PrimaryData as of May 2026

Moorside Primary School

Bowerham Road, Newlands, Lancaster, LA1 4HT

Community school

Pupils

592

Ages

5-11

FSM

10.0%

Capacity

630

Ofsted

Good

Apr 2018

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

85.0%

Writing

77.0%

Maths

77.0%

RWM Combined

70.0%

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About Moorside Primary School

Moorside Primary School is a primary school in Lancaster, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2018 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 70% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 592 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Bowerham Road, Lancaster, LA1 4HT | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Dec 2023 — School remains Good
Apr 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Moorside Primary School

What is Moorside Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Moorside Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2018 inspection.

What are Moorside Primary School's latest exam results?

Moorside Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 70% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Moorside Primary School located?

Moorside Primary School is a primary school in Lancaster, Lancashire (LA1 4HT).

How many pupils attend Moorside Primary School?

Moorside Primary School has around 592 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Moorside Primary School with other schools?

View Moorside Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Lancashire.