Heron Hill Primary School
URN: 112190 • Kendal LA9 7JH
Overview
- Name
- Heron Hill Primary School
- URN
- 112190
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lucy Middleton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01539721276
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hayfell Avenue, Kendal LA9 7JH
Summary
Heron Hill Primary School is a mixed community school located in Kendal, Westmorland and Furness, accommodating 424 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 420. The school prioritises a welcoming environment where learning is enjoyable and character development is emphasised alongside academic achievement. The core values of respect, responsibility, relationships, and resilience guide the school's ethos and curriculum.
To enhance educational experiences, Heron Hill offers various extracurricular activities, including regular school visits and residential trips for older students. The school is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that every child is treated as a unique individual, supported by dedicated staff and a strong pastoral care system. New pupils are welcomed with the help of 'buddies' and a supportive leadership team.
Heron Hill also promotes British values, fostering respect for democracy, the rule of law, and individual liberty while challenging any form of discrimination. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to learn more about its offerings and community spirit, with a friendly office team available to assist with inquiries.
To enhance educational experiences, Heron Hill offers various extracurricular activities, including regular school visits and residential trips for older students. The school is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that every child is treated as a unique individual, supported by dedicated staff and a strong pastoral care system. New pupils are welcomed with the help of 'buddies' and a supportive leadership team.
Heron Hill also promotes British values, fostering respect for democracy, the rule of law, and individual liberty while challenging any form of discrimination. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to learn more about its offerings and community spirit, with a friendly office team available to assist with inquiries.
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- Parent Calendar (calendar)
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- Term Dates (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Crosthwaite CofE School (73.1)
- Ghyllside Primary School (69.3)
- Dean Gibson Catholic Primary School (66.8)
- Castle Park School (65.2)
- Selside Endowed CofE Primary School (63.4)
Key details
- LA
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 424
- Boys
- 223
- Girls
- 201
- FSM %
- 7.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 424 | 223 | 201 | 420 | 7.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 448 | 225 | 223 | 420 | 9.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 432 | 222 | 210 | 420 | 7.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 432 | 222 | 210 | 420 | 7.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 417 | 222 | 195 | 420 | 4.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 433 | 226 | 207 | 392 | 4.50 |
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