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Victoria Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Victoria Academy is a academy converter primary school in Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 201 pupils, and a capacity of 220 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

201

Pupils

220

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Victoria Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Victoria Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Westmorland and Furness. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 91% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Westmorland and Furness before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Westmorland and Furness catchment area documents →

Victoria Academy — School Information

Full address
Devonshire Road, Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 5NE
Local authority
Westmorland and Furness
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
13.9% of pupils
DfE URN
142247

Other Primary Schools in Barrow-in-Furness

If Victoria Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Barrow-in-Furness are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Victoria Academy

Is Victoria Academy oversubscribed?

Victoria Academy is operating close to its capacity of 220 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Victoria Academy?

Admission to Victoria Academy is managed by Westmorland and Furness. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Victoria Academy cover?

Victoria Academy is a primary school in Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Victoria Academy?

Victoria Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.