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St Mark's CofE Primary School
Oxenholme Lane, Natland, Natland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7QH, Westmorland and Furness
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
76.2 / 100
Top 24%
Better than 76% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
174
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
83%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong performance in key stage 2, this primary school demonstrates a commitment to academic excellence, achieving 79% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics—placing it in the top 15% nationally. The school also boasts a LocaleIQ score of 76.2, indicating that it outperforms 76% of other schools in the area. However, the percentage of students reaching the higher standard is relatively modest at 16%, suggesting room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners.
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Last inspected: 26 September 2011Older inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 79% | Top 15% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 16% | Top 15% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British93.7%
White Other2.9%
Mixed W+Asian1.1%
Asian Indian0.6%
Black African0.6%
Location
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54.29731, -2.73610 · LA9 7QH
School details
Local authorityWestmorland and Furness
RegionNorth West
URN112325
School typeVoluntary aided school
Frequently asked questions
What is St Mark's CofE Primary School rated by Ofsted?
St Mark's CofE Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 26 September 2011.
Is St Mark's CofE Primary School a good school?
St Mark's CofE Primary School scores 76.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 24% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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