Sedbergh Primary School
Sedbergh, LA10 5AL · Westmorland and Furness · primary school
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65th 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 3,353 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 2.8/10 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 | 35.0 · 5 | 40% | 0.20 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sedbergh Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 35.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2 out of 10 among them, against 2.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including Spellbinding reading, Calvin’s sports, Maths, Writing, Lego, and Library. Activities include choir, Zumba, swimming, kayaking, sailing, tag rugby, football, and netball. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 168 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 to bridge the gap between the current 35.0% expected standard and the national median of 64%? What specific strategies are used to maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Sedbergh Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are eager to learn and feel safe, supported by high expectations from leaders. It highlights a carefully designed curriculum that fosters resilience, respect, and a love of reading, resulting in good behaviour and personal development. While the overall effectiveness is rated as Good, the inspection identifies specific inconsistencies in how assessment data is used across all subjects.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "carefully designed" with clear sequencing of knowledge, enabling pupils to "make links across subjects" and apply what they know.
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes to learning," working hard in a "calm and focused environment" free from disruption.
- SEND pupils are "accurately identified" and receive effective support, allowing them to access the same curriculum as their peers.
- A "love of reading is fostered" from the early years, with most pupils becoming "confident, fluent readers by the end of Year 2."
- Leaders support staff well-being, and governors "rigorously hold leaders to account" for the quality of education.
Areas to improve
- In a "very small number of subjects," teachers do not use assessment information effectively enough to ensure learning builds on prior knowledge, which "hinders progress for some pupils."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to identify changes in pupils’ demeanour and procedures in place to ensure vulnerable pupils receive necessary support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 35% |
| 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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