Crosthwaite CofE School
Kendal, LA8 8HT · Westmorland and Furness · primary school
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3rd 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 — 8.6/10 against 3,621 of them, against 8.9/10 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 25% | 2.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Crosthwaite CofE School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 20.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 109 pupils against a stated capacity of 100. 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 available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Outstanding rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Crosthwaite CofE School
Overview
Crosthwaite C of E School continues to be an outstanding school, where pupils "flourish" and feel "extremely happy and safe." The report highlights a "highly effective curriculum" that is "broad, ambitious and vibrant," ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs, achieve highly.
Strengths
- The curriculum is carefully designed with "considerable subject expertise," enabling pupils to build a "deep body of subject knowledge" and leave "highly equipped" for the next stage.
- Early reading is taught effectively, with children learning phonics successfully from Reception and accessing books that "deepen their learning across the curriculum."
- Pupils benefit enormously from the school’s "geographical setting" and "vast array of outdoor experiences," developing "strong personal qualities" and resilience.
- Staff enjoy a "palpable sense of teamwork" and are "overwhelmingly positive" about the support they receive, particularly regarding workload and well-being.
- Governors provide "well-informed support and challenge," bringing a "rich array of expertise" to their roles.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff being "vigilant" and leaders following up on concerns "assiduously" to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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