Crosscrake CofE Primary School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Stainton Kendal Cumbria LA8 0LB |
| Phone | 01539560410 |
| Reference Number | 112316 |
Crosscrake CofE Primary School continues to maintain its good performance, with pupils demonstrating happiness and eagerness to learn. The school fosters a caring environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and valued, leading to strong relationships among students and staff. Many positive opportunities enhance pupils' learning experiences, such as exposure to different cultures and faiths, as well as environmental projects. The headteacher's ambition for both academic and personal success drives pupils to achieve well in most subjects, with parents expressing strong support for the school.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 60 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 58.33%
Girls: 41.67% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 7.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 15 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 14 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
| 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 4 | 7 | 5 | 12 |
| 5 | 6 | 5 | 11 |
| 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 98.3% |
| Unclassified | 1.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 01 Mar 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 01 Mar 2023 | School inspection |
| 21 Oct 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 07 Feb 2017 | Short inspection |
| 20 Nov 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Sep 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Mar 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 14 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Nov 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate enthusiasm and eagerness to learn.
- The school provides a caring and supportive environment for all pupils.
- Leaders have designed an ambitious curriculum suited for mixed-age classes.
- Teachers effectively use a range of assessment strategies.
- Pupils read widely and receive effective support in developing their reading skills.
- Pupils' personal development is promoted through diverse experiences and activities.
- Strong relationships exist among pupils and staff, contributing to positive behaviour.
Areas for Improvement
- In a few subjects, key vocabulary is not clearly identified, hindering learning.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 6 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 8 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Appletree School
Natland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7QS |
1.31 miles |
|
St Patrick's CofE School
Gatebeck Road, Endmoor, St. Patricks C of E School, Gatebeck Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 0HH |
1.48 miles |
|
St Mark's CofE Primary School
Oxenholme Lane, Natland, Natland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7QH |
1.55 miles |
|
Levens CofE School
Church Road Levens, Levens, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8PU |
2.22 miles |
|
Old Hutton CofE School
Old Hutton, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 0NQ |
2.56 miles |
|
Heron Hill Primary School
Hayfell Avenue, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7JH |
2.95 miles |
|
Dean Gibson Catholic Primary School, Kendal
Hawesmead Avenue, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5HB |
2.95 miles |
|
Vicarage Park CofE Primary School
Vicarage Drive, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5BP |
3.03 miles |
|
Ghyllside Primary School
Gillinggate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4JB |
3.39 miles |
|
Milnthorpe Primary School
Firs Road, Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7 7QF |
3.71 miles |
|
Castle Park School
Sedbergh Drive, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6BE |
3.72 miles |
|
Stramongate Primary School
Blackhall Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4BT |
3.81 miles |
|
Kendal Nursery School
Brantfield, Kendal, LA9 4PH |
3.91 miles |
|
St Thomas's CofE Primary School
Kendal Green, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5PP |
4.38 miles |
|
Holme Primary School
North Road, Holme, North Road, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6 1QA |
4.86 miles |
|
Beetham CofE Primary School
Stanley Street, Beetham, Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7 7AS |
4.88 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Kirkbie Kendal School
Lound Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7EQ |
2.95 miles |
|
Kendal College
Milnthorpe Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5AY |
3.02 miles |
|
Dallam School
Haverflatts Lane, Milnthorpe, Cumbria, Cumbria, LA7 7DD |
3.48 miles |
|
South Lakes Academy
Riverside Centre, Yard 39, Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4ED |
3.61 miles |
|
Sandgate School
Sandylands Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6JG |
3.92 miles |
|
Cambian Whinfell School
110 Windermere Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5EZ |
4.26 miles |
|
The Queen Katherine School
Appleby Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6PJ |
4.46 miles |