Temple Sowerby CofE Primary School
Penrith, CA10 1RZ · Westmorland and Furness · primary school
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18th 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 3,004 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.6/10 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.
Temple Sowerby 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.6 out of 10 among them, against 7.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 49 pupils against a stated capacity of 56. 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
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What Ofsted said about Temple Sowerby CofE Primary School
Overview
Temple Sowerby CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "strong sense of community" where pupils feel safe and happy. Leaders have "transformed the overall design of the curriculum," creating a broad and ambitious programme that supports high expectations and effective behaviour.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from "caring relationships with staff" and treat each other with kindness, resulting in rare bullying and effective conflict resolution.
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with leaders carefully planning the order of learning in most subjects to ensure pupils understand important information.
- Leaders place a "strong emphasis on reading," successfully introducing a new phonics programme that helps most pupils become "confident and fluent readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are quickly identified and receive "early support and expert help," allowing them to access the same curriculum as their peers.
- Staff feel valued due to the "consideration that leaders give to their well-being," while governors provide "effective support and challenge."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should refine assessment systems in some subjects so teachers can "clearly identify and address the gaps in pupils’ long-term knowledge," ensuring learning builds effectively on prior understanding.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, characterised by a "culture of care and vigilance" where staff receive regular training and make timely referrals to external agencies.
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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