Grange CofE Primary School
Grange-over-Sands, LA11 7JF · Westmorland and Furness · primary school
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19th 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 3,194 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.7/10 among them, against 7.8/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| 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.
Grange CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.7 out of 10 among them, against 7.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the School Council and South Lakes Pupil Parliament, or participate in dance, gymnastics, yoga, cricket, golf, tennis, judo, and swimming. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 192 pupils against a stated capacity of 189. 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
With the roll exceeding capacity, how does the school manage class sizes for new entrants? Since the similar-intake comparison shows a lower score than the national average, what specific strategies are used to support pupil progress? How does the school integrate the wide range of sports into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Grange CofE Primary School
Overview
Grange C of E Primary School is described as a "happy place to be" where pupils enjoy attending and feel safe in a "caring and inclusive" environment. The school maintains high expectations for achievement, which pupils meet through hard work and polite behaviour, supported by a broad curriculum and strong staff expertise.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," building effectively from the early years with careful sequencing in most subjects.
- Reading is prioritised from the Nursery Year, with a "consistent approach to the teaching of phonics" and regular checks to support those falling behind.
- Teachers possess strong subject expertise and use assessment to "address pupils’ misconceptions quickly" and plan next steps.
- Pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are identified early and supported to learn alongside classmates through curriculum adaptations.
- The school fosters positive relationships with parents and ensures staff feel appreciated through teamwork and workload management.
Areas to improve
- In a "very small number of subjects," the curriculum is not finalised, meaning it is "not exactly clear what pupils must learn."
- Consequently, teachers sometimes present "too much information to remember," so the school must ensure the curriculum clearly identifies key knowledge and skills.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 88% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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