Morecambe and Heysham Sandylands Community Primary School
Morecambe, LA3 1EJ · Lancashire · primary school
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268th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 4.2/10 against 1,447 of them, against 3.3/10 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 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Morecambe and Heysham Sandylands Community 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%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 428 pupils against a stated capacity of 415. 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 have not reached the expected standard in maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap between expected and higher standards?
What Ofsted said about Morecambe and Heysham Sandylands Community Primary School
Overview
Morecambe and Heysham Sandylands Community Primary School continues to be a good school. Pupils enter a welcoming environment where they feel cared for, proud, and safe, supported by staff who maintain high expectations for behaviour and respect. The school provides a challenging curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, fostering inquisitive learners with strong self-esteem.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed a "challenging curriculum" that develops knowledge in "well-ordered steps," helping pupils make strong connections between subjects.
- Teachers possess "strong subject knowledge" and use assessment strategies effectively to check understanding and adapt delivery for those who need support.
- Staff identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities "quickly and effectively," ensuring they access the same curriculum as their peers with appropriate support.
- A "love of reading is woven throughout the school," with staff ensuring reading books are closely matched to phonics learning to help pupils become fluent readers.
- Governors "successfully challenge leaders" to develop the curriculum, while staff feel supported regarding workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure that a small number of persistently absent pupils and their families receive the necessary support to improve attendance, as missing school causes gaps in knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where staff are well trained to identify signs of abuse and report concerns swiftly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 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
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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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