Langwathby CofE Primary School

URN: 112255 • Penrith CA10 1ND

Overview

Name
Langwathby CofE Primary School
URN
112255
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sally Hay (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01768881295
Website
Visit
Address
Salkeld Road, Penrith CA10 1ND

Summary

Langwathby CofE Primary School, located in Penrith, Cumbria, is a voluntary controlled primary school serving a rural catchment area. With a current enrolment of 172 pupils, the school offers education from Nursery (age 3) to Year 6 (age 11) across five classes. The school operates from 8:50 AM to 3:30 PM, with additional wrap-around care available through Eden Explorers from 8 AM to 6 PM.

The school's ethos is rooted in promoting creativity, kindness, and friendship, aiming to inspire excellence and confidence among students. Langwathby CofE emphasizes a broad, topic-based curriculum that integrates the arts and hands-on learning experiences, supported by the active parental group, Friends of Langwathby School (FOLS). This collaboration enables regular educational trips and workshops, enriching the learning environment.

Langwathby CofE Primary School values strong home-school partnerships and community involvement, working closely with parents and local schools to foster a supportive educational atmosphere. The school is committed to nurturing each child's individual needs while preparing them for future challenges, fostering respect for diverse beliefs and values within a safe and loving environment.

Key details

LA
Westmorland and Furness
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
233
Pupils
172
Boys
80
Girls
92
FSM %
4.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 172 80 92 233 4.70
2024-09-11 155 71 84 233 9.70
2023-09-11 140 70 70 233 9.60
2022-09-11 140 70 70 233 9.60
2021-09-11 134 61 73 233 9.00
2020-09-11 138 58 80 233 11.90

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