Coniston CofE Primary School
Coniston, LA21 8AL · Westmorland and Furness · primary school
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89th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.1/10 against 4,089 of them, against 0.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 27.0 · 2 | 40% | 0.08 |
| 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.
Coniston CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 27.0% 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%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 67 pupils against a stated capacity of 98. 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 core subjects? What specific steps are being taken to improve attainment in reading and maths? How does the school engage parents in monitoring their child’s progress?
What Ofsted said about Coniston CofE Primary School
Overview
Coniston CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "small, caring and friendly village school" where pupils enjoy "positive and nurturing relationships." Leaders maintain high expectations, ensuring a broad and ambitious curriculum that supports all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school fosters a happy environment where children are "respectful and hardworking," benefiting from diverse cultural experiences and strong community links.
Strengths
- Pupils thrive in a "happy place" with a "family" atmosphere, where bullying is not accepted and staff deal with issues quickly.
- Leaders prioritise reading, ensuring early phonics lessons allow pupils to read with "accuracy and increasing confidence."
- Staff know pupils well and work with external agencies to ensure SEND pupils successfully follow the same curriculum as their peers.
- Personal development is woven effectively through the curriculum, with pupils gaining confidence in equality, diversity, and global awareness through trips and charity work.
- Staff are well supported regarding workload and well-being, contributing to a proud and stable workforce.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure curriculum intentions are "clear and detailed enough" in all subjects so pupils know and remember essential knowledge.
- Teachers need to check more precisely for "missing or insecure knowledge" in some subjects to address gaps in learning promptly.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and being alert to signs of abuse or neglect.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 31% |
| 2024/25 | 27% |
| 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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