St Oswald's CofE Primary School
Kendal, LA9 6QR · Westmorland and Furness · primary school
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78th 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 4,259 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.4/10 among them, against 1.1/10 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 | 44.0 · 12 | 40% | 0.47 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| 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.
St Oswald's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 44.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.4 out of 10 among them, against 1.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 88 pupils against a stated capacity of 119. 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 2022 inspection now several years old, what specific improvements have been made to teaching quality since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child attending the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about St Oswald's CofE Primary School
Overview
St Oswald’s CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are warmly welcomed and feel happy and safe. Leaders maintain high expectations for learning and behaviour, fostering an ‘inclusive, creative and aspirational’ environment where pupils thrive. The school is well led, with governors providing effective support and challenge, while staff feel supported in their workload and well-being.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a broad and ambitious curriculum that is planned logically to build knowledge securely over time.
- Staff possess sound subject knowledge and use assessment strategies well to shape future teaching.
- Leaders have prioritised reading, creating a love of the subject through a new library and high-quality books.
- Pupils value wider experiences, such as outdoor activities like ‘woodland wonder’ and caving, which help them develop a sense of place.
- Positive relationships between pupils and staff ensure pupils behave considerately and trust adults to resolve concerns quickly.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure that the reading books pupils take home closely match the sounds they are learning in class, as mismatches currently hinder some pupils’ fluency and confidence.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving appropriate training and following up on concerns quickly to ensure swift action is taken.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 44% |
| 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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