Burton Morewood CofE Primary School
Carnforth, LA6 1ND · Westmorland and Furness · primary school
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68th 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 4,158 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8/10 among them, against 2.8/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burton Morewood CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.8 out of 10 among them, against 2.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 165 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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
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What Ofsted said about Burton Morewood CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this school, where they demonstrate positive behaviour and feel safe due to strong relationships with adults. The curriculum is described as “ambitious and well designed,” with teachers making regular checks to support learning and ensure pupils achieve well. Leaders provide numerous opportunities for personal development, including outdoor activities and community engagement, preparing pupils effectively for the next stage of their education.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit “positive behaviours” and bullying is rare, with adults dealing effectively with any incidents.
- The curriculum is “ambitious and well designed,” building logically on early years skills.
- Phonics and early reading have been strengthened, with systematic teaching and support for those falling behind.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities “achieve well” thanks to timely, well-tested support systems.
- Leaders ensure pupils engage in a “wide range of curriculum enrichment experiences,” fostering respect and community awareness.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must routinely check the impact of curriculum adaptations on pupils’ outcomes to better understand the quality of education.
- Leaders must ensure reading books for early readers are “closely matched to the phonics that they know,” as some books are currently too challenging and hinder fluency.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with careful checks on staff, regular training, and thorough documentation and follow-up of concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 45% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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