St Mary's CofE Primary School
URN: 112323 • Carnforth LA6 2DN
Overview
- Name
- St Mary's CofE Primary School
- URN
- 112323
- 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
- 66.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Brian Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01524271334
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kendal Road, Carnforth LA6 2DN
Summary
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, located in Carnforth, Westmorland and Furness, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to 228 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 223. The school fosters a nurturing environment grounded in Christian values, aiming to promote equal opportunities and respect among students. The ethos encourages personal development alongside academic achievement, helping children grow into creative thinkers.
The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to engage students through a variety of subjects and activities, including outdoor learning and creative arts. Recent initiatives have included cross-country events, outdoor residential trips, and art clubs, which enhance both teamwork and individual skills. The school emphasizes holistic education, integrating social and emotional learning into daily activities.
St Mary's actively involves parents and the local community, encouraging participation in school events and the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). The school is committed to maintaining open communication, with staff readily available for inquiries via email or phone. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to engage students through a variety of subjects and activities, including outdoor learning and creative arts. Recent initiatives have included cross-country events, outdoor residential trips, and art clubs, which enhance both teamwork and individual skills. The school emphasizes holistic education, integrating social and emotional learning into daily activities.
St Mary's actively involves parents and the local community, encouraging participation in school events and the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). The school is committed to maintaining open communication, with staff readily available for inquiries via email or phone. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governor Information and Documentation (governance)
- Report an Absence (sen)
- SEND Support (sen)
- Supporting pupils with SEND Online (sen)
- #03 Newsletter 25 (download)
- #04 Newsletter 25 (download)
- #05 Newsletter 25 (download)
- https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-admissions/starting-primary-school-and-junior-school (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 223
- Pupils
- 228
- Boys
- 109
- Girls
- 119
- FSM %
- 4.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 228 | 109 | 119 | 223 | 4.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 229 | 112 | 117 | 223 | 6.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 231 | 113 | 118 | 223 | 5.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 231 | 113 | 118 | 223 | 5.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 240 | 116 | 124 | 223 | 3.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 239 | 123 | 116 | 223 | 1.90 |
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