Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School
Carnforth, LA5 9LJ · Lancashire · primary school
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308th of 448 primary schools in Lancashire we can score, 481 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 4,083 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.0/10 among them, against 4.6/10 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 | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary 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%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. An inspection in June 2026 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.0 out of 10 among them, against 4.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 113 pupils against a stated capacity of 150. 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the new inspection framework affect the current curriculum planning?
What Ofsted said about Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School
Overview
Carnforth Christ Church is described as an inclusive school where pupils feel valued and safe, with behaviour that is "typically calm and orderly." The report highlights a "strong standard" in personal development, noting that pupils are "exceedingly well prepared for life beyond school" through a broad curriculum and extensive extracurricular opportunities. While achievement, attendance, and leadership meet the "expected standard," the inspection identifies specific areas in teaching and early years practice that require refinement to help pupils secure foundational knowledge more effectively.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate a "thorough understanding of how to stay safe online" and show respect for different faiths and cultural events.
- The school offers a "vast range of clubs, trips and regular inter-school sporting competitions" that help pupils become "confident and resilient."
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs, ensuring they can "access the full curriculum alongside their peers."
- Leaders and governors have an "accurate view of the school" and work constructively with external agencies to support improvement.
- Relationships between staff and pupils are "warm and positive," with bullying being rare and incidents dealt with effectively.
Areas to improve
- Staff should routinely address pupils' misconceptions and reinforce accurate handwriting and letter formation to help secure foundational knowledge.
- Activities need to be consistently well designed to build on prior knowledge and provide purposeful opportunities for pupils to rehearse key concepts.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing "an open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns being actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 20% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 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
—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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