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Arnside National CofE School
Church Hill, Arnside, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 0DW, Westmorland and Furness
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
82.5 / 100
Top 18%
Better than 83% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
104
Capacity
168
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
62%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and impressive Key Stage 2 results, this primary school boasts an 88% achievement rate in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 4% nationally. The school also has a strong LocaleIQ score of 82.5, indicating it performs better than 83% of schools, reflecting a supportive environment for students. However, only 18% of students reach the higher standard in KS2, which may be a consideration for parents seeking advanced academic challenges.
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Last inspected: 11 June 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & 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%. | 88% | Top 4% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 18% | Top 12% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British91.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.9%
Mixed Other1.9%
Other1.9%
Mixed W+Asian1.0%
White Other1.0%
Location
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54.20118, -2.83195 · LA5 0DW
School details
Local authorityWestmorland and Furness
RegionNorth West
URN137686
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.arnside.cumbria.sch.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Arnside National CofE School rated by Ofsted?
Arnside National CofE School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 11 June 2024.
Is Arnside National CofE School a good school?
Arnside National CofE School scores 82.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 18% 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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