Kirkbie Kendal School

URN: 136671 • Kendal LA9 7EQ

Overview

Name
Kirkbie Kendal School
URN
136671
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
KIRKBIE KENDAL SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Mark Harris (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01539727422
Website
Visit
Address
Lound Road, Kendal LA9 7EQ

Summary

Kirkbie Kendal School is a mixed secondary academy located in Kendal, Westmorland and Furness, with a current enrolment of 1,041 students and a capacity of 1,060. The school promotes a culture of Care, Hard Work, Resilience, and Curiosity, fostering a supportive and friendly learning environment. This ethos is reflected in the positive feedback from visitors and the active engagement of students in various school activities.

The curriculum at Kirkbie Kendal School is designed to challenge and inspire students, with a strong emphasis on both academic achievement and personal development. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and community projects, encouraging students to explore their interests and develop teamwork skills. Recent initiatives include workshops on important social issues and hands-on learning experiences related to local community projects.

Kirkbie Kendal School is committed to supporting its students' well-being and academic success, with targeted programs to improve attendance and engagement. The school actively involves parents and the local community, ensuring a collaborative approach to education that benefits all students. For more information, visit their website at http://www.kirkbiekendal.cumbria.sch.uk/.

Key details

LA
Westmorland and Furness
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
KIRKBIE KENDAL SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1060
Pupils
1041
Boys
531
Girls
510
FSM %
15.00
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1041 531 510 1060 15.00
2024-09-11 1055 532 523 1060 13.90
2023-09-11 1045 519 526 1060 9.60
2022-09-11 1045 519 526 1060 9.60
2021-09-11 1013 499 514 1060 9.20
2020-09-11 999 497 502 1060 6.30

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