Best 3 Primary schools in Lancaster – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster (Primary) in Lancaster; Morecambe and Heysham Torrisholme Community Primary School (Primary) in Morecambe; Nether Kellet Community Primary School (Primary) in Carnforth — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster, Morecambe and Heysham Torrisholme Community Primary School and Nether Kellet Community Primary School. They are primary phase and voluntary aided school and community school type located around Lancaster, Lancashire, Morecambe, Lancashire and Carnforth, Lancashire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster), published Jun 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster (Jun 2024). average roll around ≈ 250, combined total ≈ 700, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–10–15%; all under Lancashire local authority.

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Attribute	St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster LA1 4HT	Morecambe and Heysham Torrisholme Community Primary School LA4 6PN	Nether Kellet Community Primary School LA6 1HH
Phase / Type	Primary • Voluntary aided school	Primary • Community school	Primary • Community school
Location	Lancaster Lancashire LA1 4HT	Morecambe Lancashire LA4 6PN	Carnforth Lancashire LA6 1HH
Latest Ofsted	1 25 Jun 2024	1 11 Nov 2016	1 10 Dec 2014
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	210	420	105
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Lancashire (888)	Lancashire (888)	Lancashire (888)
Website	www.st-bernadettes.org.uk	www.torrisholme.lancs.sch.uk	www.netherkellet.lancs.sch.uk
Telephone	0152463934	01524410799	01524733778
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

LA1 4HT

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Lancaster
Lancashire
LA1 4HT
Ofsted: 1 25 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lancashire (888)
Website: www.st-bernadettes.org.uk
Telephone: 0152463934

Morecambe and Heysham Torrisholme Community Primary School

LA4 6PN

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Morecambe
Lancashire
LA4 6PN
Ofsted: 1 11 Nov 2016
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lancashire (888)
Website: www.torrisholme.lancs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01524410799

Nether Kellet Community Primary School

LA6 1HH

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Carnforth
Lancashire
LA6 1HH
Ofsted: 1 10 Dec 2014
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lancashire (888)
Website: www.netherkellet.lancs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01524733778

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.

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