Mossgate Primary School

URN: 130262 • Morecambe LA3 2EE

Overview

Name
Mossgate Primary School
URN
130262
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rob Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01524850736
Website
Visit
Address
Kingsway, Morecambe LA3 2EE

Summary

Mossgate Primary School, located in Morecambe, Lancashire, is a community school that serves a mixed-gender population of 209 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on creating a happy and supportive environment, where dedicated staff work collaboratively to nurture and challenge students through a broad and engaging curriculum. The school’s mission is to achieve success for all children over their seven years at Mossgate, emphasizing the importance of partnership between parents, teachers, and the community.

The school’s ethos is grounded in core values of kindness, respect, courtesy, honesty, responsibility, and courage. These values are integrated into daily activities and reinforced through a Golden Book initiative, where students are recognized for demonstrating positive behaviour. Each half term, a specific value is highlighted, fostering a culture of respect and responsibility among students.

Mossgate Primary also places a strong emphasis on history education, aiming to develop critical thinking and a deep understanding of significant events and figures. The curriculum is designed to connect students with their past and the wider world, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience that prepares them for future challenges.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
209
Boys
110
Girls
99
FSM %
34.10
Open date
1995-09-04
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 209 110 99 210 34.10
2024-09-11 210 105 105 210 34.80
2023-09-11 209 104 105 210 32.50
2022-09-11 209 104 105 210 32.50
2021-09-11 208 104 104 210 32.70
2020-09-11 210 101 109 210 24.80

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