St Mark's CofE Primary School

URN: 112325 • Natland, Kendal LA9 7QH

Overview

Name
St Mark's CofE Primary School
URN
112325
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
75.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Louise Hinton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01539560719
Website
Visit
Address
Oxenholme Lane, Natland, Kendal LA9 7QH

Summary

St Mark's Church of England Primary School, located in Natland, Kendal, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to a mixed-gender population of 174 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on its family-oriented approach, fostering a supportive environment where every child can discover their talents and skills. The dedicated staff, including teachers and teaching assistants, work closely with parents to ensure that all children thrive academically and personally.

The curriculum at St Mark's is designed to be ambitious, broad, and balanced, incorporating a wide range of subjects such as Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside Religious Education and Personal, Social, Health, and Economic Education. The school emphasizes experiential learning through trips to local museums and cultural sites, enhancing students' understanding of the world around them.

St Mark's also offers wrap-around care through its MOSAICS breakfast and after-school club, providing a safe and engaging environment for children outside of regular school hours. The school community is actively involved, with a Parent Teacher Association that organizes events and fundraising activities, further strengthening the partnership between home and school.

Key details

LA
Westmorland and Furness
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
174
Boys
99
Girls
75
FSM %
6.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 174 99 75 210 6.30
2024-09-11 170 98 72 210 5.90
2023-09-11 164 90 74 210 11.00
2022-09-11 164 90 74 210 11.00
2021-09-11 171 94 77 210 9.90
2020-09-11 169 89 80 210 8.30

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