# Barrow Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Helen Ashe

## Contact

- **Address:** Colethorpe Lane, Barrow, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
- **Phone:** 01284 810223
- **Website:** https://www.barrowcevcprimaryschool.co.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/bury-st-edmunds/barrow-church-of-england-voluntary-controlled-primary-school-9792

## About

A primary school with a Christian ethos, focusing on individual learning and community. We have a vibrant learning environment and a strong, life-long learning community.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Outstanding — Oct 2011
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Outstanding — Oct 2011

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Excellent School, Friendly Staff!: We've had a fantastic experience at Barrow CEVC Primary School. The Silver Swimmers program has been a highlight for our daughter, who's made some wonderful friends in the pool. The values and ethos of the school really shine through in the way the teachers and staff treat the children with kindness and respect. *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — Outstanding Education at Barrow School: We're so grateful for the excellent education our child received at Barrow CEVC Primary. The school's emphasis on Christian values and community has had a profoundly positive impact on their development. We highly recommend Barrow School to any family looking for a supportive and stimulating learning environment. *(Jul 2022)*
- **5/5** — Amazing School, Wonderful Community!: Barrow CEVC Primary has exceeded our expectations in every way! The school's focus on academic excellence, combined with its warm and welcoming community, has made our child feel truly valued and supported. We're so grateful to be a part of the Barrow School family. *(Jun 2022)*
- **4/5** — Great School, Minor Quibbles: We've been generally very happy with Barrow CEVC Primary, but there have been a few instances where communication has broken down and we've felt left out of the loop. That being said, the school's commitment to inclusivity and diversity is truly admirable, and our child has thrived in the supportive environment. *(Feb 2022)*

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