SecondaryData as of May 2026

Dowdales School

Dalton-in-Furness, LA15 8AH

A Good-rated secondary school in Dalton-in-Furness.

Community school

Pupils

827

Ages

11-16

FSM

20.1%

Attainment 8

41.7

Ofsted

Good

Jul 2019

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

41.7

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

10.8%

Basics 9-5

26.0%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

20.0%

EBacc APS

3.41

EBacc 9-5

4.7%

EBacc 9-4

12.0%

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What parents say and who teaches here

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About Dowdales School

Dowdales School is a secondary school in Dalton-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 117 responses), 92% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 41.7. The school has around 827 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Dalton-in-Furness, LA15 8AH | More schools in Westmorland and Furness

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Dowdales School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Feb 2025 — Standards maintained
Jul 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Dowdales School

What is Dowdales School's Ofsted rating?

Dowdales School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.

What do parents say about Dowdales School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 117 responses): 92% of parents would recommend Dowdales School.

What are Dowdales School's latest exam results?

Dowdales School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 41.7. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Dowdales School located?

Dowdales School is a secondary school in Dalton-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness (LA15 8AH).

How many pupils attend Dowdales School?

Dowdales School has around 827 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Dowdales School with other schools?

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