Dent CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Laning Dent Sedbergh Cumbria LA10 5QJ |
| Phone | 01539625259 |
| Reference Number | 112331 |
Dent CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School is performing well overall, having been graded as good in all key areas during its latest inspection. The small school environment fosters strong, trusting relationships between pupils and staff, contributing to a positive learning atmosphere. With high expectations for student achievement, including for those with special educational needs, pupils engage enthusiastically and typically perform well. The school has recently revamped its curriculum, which is ambitious and carefully tailored to meet the needs and interests of pupils, although there are still some areas that require further refinement.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 27 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.85%
Girls: 48.15% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 16% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 9 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 16 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2 | Unknown | 2 | 2 |
| 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 4 | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| 5 | Unknown | 4 | 4 |
| 6 | 3 | Unknown | 3 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 100% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 30 Jan 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 30 Jan 2024 | School inspection: |
| 14 Nov 2018 | Short inspection |
| 24 Sep 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jan 2013 | Interim assessment |
| 18 Jan 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Dec 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Mar 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong and trusting bonds between pupils and staff.
- High expectations for pupil achievement, including for those with SEND.
- Wide range of enrichment activities beyond the academic curriculum.
- Effective identification and support for pupils’ additional needs.
- Investment in high-quality and engaging reading materials.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum refinement is needed in a few subjects and early years.
- Assessment approaches are underdeveloped in some subjects.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 3 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 0 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Sedbergh Primary School
Long Lane, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5AL |
4.01 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Settlebeck School
Long Lane, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5AL |
4.02 miles |
|
Sedbergh School
Station Road, Sedbergh (La10 5hg), LA10 5RY |
4.13 miles |