Askam Village School
URN: 112409 • Askam-in-furness LA16 7DA
Overview
- Name
- Askam Village School
- URN
- 112409
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Fiona Newton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01229462814
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lots Road, Askam-in-furness LA16 7DA
Summary
Askam Village School is a mixed foundation primary school located in Askam-in-Furness, serving children aged three to eleven. With a current enrolment of 178 pupils and a capacity of 203, the school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where "Everybody Matters, Every Moment Counts." The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Fiona Newton, focus on empowering students to become well-prepared citizens who achieve their potential.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that emphasizes both academic and personal development. History is a key subject, with lessons designed to help pupils understand significant historical events and figures, fostering curiosity about their local and global heritage. The school also promotes a strong sense of community through its Parent Teachers Association (PTA), which enhances the educational experience by organizing events and fundraising for additional resources.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and the school provides various channels for communication and support. For further information on classes, policies, and school activities, parents can visit the school's website or contact the office directly.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that emphasizes both academic and personal development. History is a key subject, with lessons designed to help pupils understand significant historical events and figures, fostering curiosity about their local and global heritage. The school also promotes a strong sense of community through its Parent Teachers Association (PTA), which enhances the educational experience by organizing events and fundraising for additional resources.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and the school provides various channels for communication and support. For further information on classes, policies, and school activities, parents can visit the school's website or contact the office directly.
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Key details
- LA
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 203
- Pupils
- 178
- Boys
- 94
- Girls
- 84
- FSM %
- 7.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 178 | 94 | 84 | 203 | 7.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 174 | 93 | 81 | 203 | 9.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 160 | 84 | 76 | 203 | 7.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 160 | 84 | 76 | 203 | 7.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 172 | 93 | 79 | 203 | 9.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 172 | 90 | 82 | 203 | 7.70 |
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