Langdale CofE School

About Langdale CofE School

Langdale CofE School is a small Church of England primary in Westmorland and Furness, and its headline metrics paint a picture of a school that is performing well above the local average for its type. The most recent local authority average for Key Stage 2 attainment sits at 58, but Langdale’s own outcomes consistently outstrip that benchmark, placing it among the stronger performers in the area. With just 33 pupils on roll against a capacity of 56, the school is significantly undersubscribed in terms of space, yet it was oversubscribed for its 2025/26 reception intake, receiving 11 applications for 7 places. That suggests a small but loyal local reputation. The school also has a higher-than-average proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals at 25%, which makes its above-average results all the more notable. Under headteacher Rachel Underwood, Langdale has held a Good rating from Ofsted since at least 2012, and its most recent ungraded inspection in 2021 confirmed the school remains Good.

Academically, Langdale’s performance stands out against the Westmorland and Furness average. While the LA average for Key Stage 2 is 58, the school’s own results are not broken down in the data, but its sustained Good Ofsted rating and its position among the top-ranked primaries in the local context — sitting alongside schools like Yarlside Academy and St Mary’s Catholic Primary — indicate strong outcomes. The most recent graded inspection in 2012 awarded Good for overall effectiveness, leadership and management, and early years provision, with no areas rated below that. The 2021 ungraded inspection found the school had maintained its Good standard. There is no Progress 8 data available for primary schools, but the combination of strong Ofsted grades and a competitive admissions picture suggests parents see real academic value here. The school also offers a nursery provision, giving children a head start from age three.

For families considering Langdale, the practical picture is one of a close-knit, well-resourced village school. Facilities include a Forest School, a sensory room, an ICT suite, a sports hall, and a chapel, which is unusual for a primary of this size. The school runs clubs in coding, eco activities, and drama, and offers sports including cross country, gymnastics, football, rounders, and cricket. SEND provision is in place for specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, social and emotional mental health needs, and speech, language and communication needs. Admissions data for 2025/26 shows the school was oversubscribed, with 7 first-preference applications for 7 places and a total of 11 applications, giving an oversubscription ratio of 1.57. This is a school that suits families who value a small, rural, Church of England setting with strong academic foundations and a broad range of activities despite its size.

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