St Thomas's CofE Primary School
Kendal Green, Kendal, LA9 5PPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Thomas's CofE Primary School is a primary school in Kendal for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 160 schools in Westmorland and Furness. It ranks 12th of 13 primary schools in Kendal. Its latest Ofsted inspection, in September 2024, graded each key judgement and gave no overall Ofsted rating.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 24 September 2024, report published 22 October 2024
This inspection graded each key judgement and gave no overall effectiveness grade.
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 24 September 2024
Pupils enjoy attending this popular and friendly school. The school has high expectations for pupils' academic success. It fosters pupils' curiosity and concentration effectively from a young age. As a result, pupils generally achieve well in many subjects. Children in early years settle in right from the start. Staff ensure they are ready for learning in Year 1 and beyond. Staff provide effective support for pupils' mental health and well-being. This helps pupils to become confident and successful learners. There is a strong sense of community where pupils feel that they belong. The school has a consistent approach to managing pupils' behaviour. Pupils know where the boundaries are. As a result, pupils are respectful and sensitive to each other's needs. They make a positive contribution to the life of the school. For example, older pupils act as role models to younger ones. They help those who are new in school to feel happy and settled. Pupils take a full part in school life. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), benefit from a wide variety of clubs and trips, which broaden their experience. These include school exchange visits and clubs, such as sports, arts and computing clubs.
What the school should improve
- In a few subjects, misconceptions in learning are not always identified promptly by the teachers. As a result, pupils may develop gaps in their knowledge and learning. The school should ensure that misconceptions are picked up quickly and addressed so that pupils develop secure knowledge and skills in all subjects.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
31 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
239 pupils on roll, with places for 218
Schools near St Thomas's CofE Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stramongate Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 73% met the expected standard |
| Ghyllside Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 78% met the expected standard |
| St Oswald's CofE Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 44% met the expected standard |
| Castle Park School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good | 66% met the expected standard |
| Vicarage Park CofE Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Sarah Cunliffe
- Phone
- 01539737373
- Address
- Kendal Green, Kendal, LA9 5PP
- Local authority
- Westmorland and Furness
- URN
- 112322
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.