Low Furness CofE Primary School
URN: 112299 • Ulverston LA12 0TA
Overview
- Name
- Low Furness CofE Primary School
- URN
- 112299
- 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
- 59.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Clare Rowland-Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01229588708
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Road, Ulverston LA12 0TA
Summary
Low Furness CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled school located in the rural village of Great Urswick, Ulverston, serving children aged 3 to 11. With a current enrolment of 140 pupils and a capacity of 150, the school prides itself on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The school's Christian ethos, rooted in the principle of "Love your neighbour as yourself," informs its approach to education, promoting love for self, others, learning, and the world.
The curriculum at Low Furness is broad and balanced, aiming for academic excellence while also focusing on emotional resilience, social confidence, and spiritual development. Facilities include well-equipped grounds, playgrounds, and outdoor learning spaces, with regular activities that take advantage of the surrounding landscape. The school also offers a nursery class and provides support for children with additional needs.
Community involvement is a key aspect of school life, with events such as the STARBOOKS reading café fostering strong relationships between parents, carers, and staff. The school encourages parental engagement and welcomes visits for those interested in learning more about the educational journey offered at Low Furness.
The curriculum at Low Furness is broad and balanced, aiming for academic excellence while also focusing on emotional resilience, social confidence, and spiritual development. Facilities include well-equipped grounds, playgrounds, and outdoor learning spaces, with regular activities that take advantage of the surrounding landscape. The school also offers a nursery class and provides support for children with additional needs.
Community involvement is a key aspect of school life, with events such as the STARBOOKS reading café fostering strong relationships between parents, carers, and staff. The school encourages parental engagement and welcomes visits for those interested in learning more about the educational journey offered at Low Furness.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Committee Structure (governance)
- Policies (governance)
- Primary PE and Sport Premium (governance)
- Pupil Premium (governance)
- SIAMS (governance)
- Subject Leaders (governance)
- Tenure (governance)
- Who We Are (governance)
- Special Educational Needs and Disability (sen)
Nearby alternatives
- Penny Bridge CofE School (70.2)
- Sir John Barrow School (66.6)
- Pennington CofE School (64.8)
- Lindal and Marton Primary School (64.5)
- Leven Valley CofE Primary School (63.7)
Key details
- LA
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 150
- Pupils
- 140
- Boys
- 67
- Girls
- 73
- FSM %
- 2.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 140 | 67 | 73 | 150 | 2.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 136 | 60 | 76 | 150 | 2.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 148 | 75 | 73 | 150 | 3.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 148 | 75 | 73 | 150 | 3.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 144 | 71 | 73 | 150 | 4.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 145 | 72 | 73 | 150 | 3.60 |
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