St Oswald's CofE Primary School
URN: 112314 • Kendal LA9 6QR
Overview
- Name
- St Oswald's CofE Primary School
- URN
- 112314
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gill White (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01539738185
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Howgill Close, Kendal LA9 6QR
Summary
St Oswald's CofE Primary School, located in Kendal, Westmorland and Furness, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 94 pupils, with a capacity of 119. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment, guided by Christian values that promote respect, kindness, and community. St Oswald's emphasizes the importance of a strong partnership with parents to ensure that every child receives a quality education and a positive start in life.
The curriculum at St Oswald's is designed to be rich and engaging, offering opportunities for creativity, outdoor learning, and various extracurricular activities. The school aims to foster curiosity and confidence in its pupils while preparing them for future challenges. History education is particularly emphasized, encouraging students to develop critical thinking and a coherent understanding of both local and global historical contexts.
St Oswald's also supports families through initiatives such as free school meals for eligible households, ensuring that all children have access to necessary resources. The school encourages visits from prospective families to experience its vibrant community firsthand.
The curriculum at St Oswald's is designed to be rich and engaging, offering opportunities for creativity, outdoor learning, and various extracurricular activities. The school aims to foster curiosity and confidence in its pupils while preparing them for future challenges. History education is particularly emphasized, encouraging students to develop critical thinking and a coherent understanding of both local and global historical contexts.
St Oswald's also supports families through initiatives such as free school meals for eligible households, ensuring that all children have access to necessary resources. The school encourages visits from prospective families to experience its vibrant community firsthand.
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- 8th October 2025 - Newsletter (download)
- 24th September 2025 - Newsletter (download)
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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
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 119
- Pupils
- 94
- Boys
- 45
- Girls
- 49
- FSM %
- 13.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 94 | 45 | 49 | 119 | 13.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 97 | 46 | 51 | 119 | 13.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 93 | 50 | 43 | 119 | 10.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 93 | 50 | 43 | 119 | 10.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 86 | 45 | 41 | 119 | 9.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 96 | 47 | 49 | 119 | 12.00 |
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