Castle Park School
URN: 142693 • Kendal LA9 6BE
Overview
- Name
- Castle Park School
- URN
- 142693
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CUMBRIA EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ross Knaggs (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01539790440
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sedbergh Drive, Kendal LA9 6BE
Summary
Castle Park School, located in Kendal, Westmorland and Furness, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 338 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 315. The school is committed to fostering an enriching learning environment that promotes respect, responsibility, and resilience among its students. Headteacher Ross Knaggs emphasizes the importance of collaboration among staff, governors, and parents to inspire a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.
The curriculum at Castle Park School is designed to be imaginative and varied, incorporating diverse classroom experiences, educational visits, and outdoor learning opportunities. This approach aims to equip children with essential skills for their future in the 21st century. The school's extensive grounds, set against the backdrop of the Lake District, provide an inspiring setting for both academic and personal growth.
Castle Park School values its role within the local community, utilizing its rich heritage and environment to enhance the educational experience. The school promotes positive behaviour and attitudes towards learning, as noted in recent Ofsted reports, ensuring a supportive atmosphere for all students.
The curriculum at Castle Park School is designed to be imaginative and varied, incorporating diverse classroom experiences, educational visits, and outdoor learning opportunities. This approach aims to equip children with essential skills for their future in the 21st century. The school's extensive grounds, set against the backdrop of the Lake District, provide an inspiring setting for both academic and personal growth.
Castle Park School values its role within the local community, utilizing its rich heritage and environment to enhance the educational experience. The school promotes positive behaviour and attitudes towards learning, as noted in recent Ofsted reports, ensuring a supportive atmosphere for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Crosthwaite CofE School (73.1)
- Ghyllside Primary School (69.3)
- Dean Gibson Catholic Primary School (66.8)
- Selside Endowed CofE Primary School (63.4)
- Levens CofE School (63.2)
Key details
- LA
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CUMBRIA EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- 338
- Boys
- 155
- Girls
- 183
- FSM %
- 7.60
- Open date
- 2016-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-01-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 338 | 155 | 183 | 315 | 7.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 322 | 153 | 169 | 315 | 9.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 312 | 142 | 170 | 315 | 11.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 312 | 142 | 170 | 315 | 11.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 311 | 148 | 163 | 315 | 8.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 311 | 142 | 169 | 280 | 6.20 |
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