Arnside National CofE School
Church Hill, Arnside, Carnforth, LA5 0DWOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Arnside National CofE School is a primary school in Carnforth for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 160 schools in Westmorland and Furness. It ranks 7th of 97 primary schools in Westmorland and Furness. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 11 June 2024, report published 11 July 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 11 June 2024
Pupils are proud of their small, friendly school. They know that their school holds a special place at the heart of their village community. Children in the early years enjoy exploring the exciting resources that adults provide indoors and outdoors. Older pupils relish spending time with their friends in the school's beautiful grounds. Strong relationships with staff help pupils to feel happy and secure at school. Pupils try their best to live up to the school's high expectations for their achievement. They apply themselves well to their learning. For example, in the early years, children learn to listen carefully so that they know what to do. Older pupils complete their work with diligence. Pupils of all ages, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), typically achieve well. The school is a calm and orderly place. Pupils' positive behaviour reflects the school's values, which are known as 'star qualities'. For example, pupils endeavour to treat each other with kindness and patience. Pupils behave well in and around school. Pupils benefit from a varied programme of activities beyond the academic curriculum. For instance, pupils work with local coastguards to develop an understanding of water safety. They learn about world faiths when they visit a mosque or a synagogue and the role of Parliament when they visit London. These experiences help to prepare them for life in British society.
What the school should improve
- In a small number of subjects, the curriculum does not identify clearly enough the opportunities for pupils to make connections between their current learning and their earlier learning. This sometimes hinders pupils from developing a deeper understanding of broader concepts in these subjects. The school should ensure that teachers are equipped to help pupils understand key ideas so that they can apply their knowledge in an increasing range of situations.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
17 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
95 pupils on roll, with places for 168
Schools near Arnside National CofE School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storth CofE School | 1 mile | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 63% met the expected standard |
| Silverdale St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 57% met the expected standard |
| Beetham CofE Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Lindale CofE Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Milnthorpe Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 89% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- ARNSIDE NATIONAL CHURCH OF ENGLAND SCHOOL
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Nick Sharp
- Phone
- 01524761159
- Address
- Church Hill, Arnside, Carnforth, LA5 0DW
- Local authority
- Westmorland and Furness
- URN
- 137686
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.