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Ambleside CofE Primary School

Vicarage Road, Ambleside, LA22 9DH

Academy sponsor led · Ages 3–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Feb 2024

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75% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Ambleside CofE Primary School, Ambleside

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

75.0%

Writing

75.0%

Maths

88.0%

RWM Combined

75.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Grasmere CofE Primary School

4.6 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Langdale CofE School

5.42 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Hawkshead Esthwaite Primary School

6.84 km away · Community school

Good

St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Windermere

7.53 km away · Academy converter

Requires improvement

St Martin & St Mary Church of England Primary School

7.58 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

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About Ambleside CofE Primary School

Ambleside CofE Primary School is a primary school in Ambleside, Westmorland and Furness. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 75% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 64 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Vicarage Road, Ambleside, LA22 9DH | More schools in Westmorland and Furness

Ofsted inspection history

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

Feb 2024 — Requires improvement
Sept 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Ambleside CofE Primary School

What is Ambleside CofE Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Ambleside CofE Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Ambleside CofE Primary School's latest exam results?

Ambleside CofE Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 75% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Ambleside CofE Primary School located?

Ambleside CofE Primary School is a primary school in Ambleside, Westmorland and Furness (LA22 9DH).

How many pupils attend Ambleside CofE Primary School?

Ambleside CofE Primary School has around 64 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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