Broughton CofE Primary and Nursery School
Broughton-in-Furness, LA20 6BJ · Westmorland and Furness · primary school
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31st of 108 primary schools in Westmorland and Furness we can score, 121 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,174 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7/10 among them, against 5.8/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Broughton CofE Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 13.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7 out of 10 among them, against 5.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend Forest Schools, with both breakfast and after-school clubs available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 129 pupils against a stated capacity of 125. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is provided for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How are Forest School sessions integrated into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Broughton CofE Primary and Nursery School
Overview
Broughton CofE Primary and Nursery School continues to be a good school, offering a friendly and welcoming environment where pupils are polite, respectful, and enthusiastic about their learning. Leaders have established high expectations for behaviour and achievement, resulting in pupils who work hard and conduct themselves sensibly. The school benefits from strong staff-pupil relationships and effective use of its extensive grounds for outdoor activities.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a curriculum that is ambitious for all, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with staff effectively checking understanding and addressing misconceptions.
- Leaders prioritise reading, ensuring all pupils are read to daily; a new phonics programme helps children develop into "confident, fluent readers".
- Staff support pupils with SEND effectively, using high-quality external support to ensure they achieve well.
- Governors are equipped to support and challenge leaders, while staff value actions taken to support their workload and well-being.
- Pupils display positive attitudes to learning, allowing lessons to take place "free from interruption".
Areas to improve
- Leaders must clarify curriculum content in Reception so that early years learning is built upon effectively, better preparing children for Year 1.
- Leaders should provide more meaningful opportunities for pupils to deepen their understanding of communities with different faiths and cultures to prepare them for life in modern Britain.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training to identify risks and working closely with external agencies to support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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