Best 3 Secondary schools in Westmorland and Furness – 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 secondary schools: Kirkby Stephen Grammar School (Secondary) in Kirkby Stephen; Furness Academy (Secondary) in Barrow-in-Furness; Ullswater Community College (Secondary) in Penrith — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Kirkby Stephen Grammar School, Furness Academy and Ullswater Community College. They are secondary phase and academy converter, academy sponsor led and foundation school type located around Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria and Penrith, Cumbria. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Kirkby Stephen Grammar School), published Mar 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Kirkby Stephen Grammar School (Mar 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,050, combined total ≈ 3,100, typical FSM 20–25%, range 15–20%–25–30%; all within the FURNESS EDUCATION TRUST trust.

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Attribute	Kirkby Stephen Grammar School CA17 4HA	Furness Academy LA13 9BB	Ullswater Community College CA11 8NG
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy sponsor led	Secondary • Foundation school
Location	Kirkby Stephen Cumbria CA17 4HA	Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria LA13 9BB	Penrith Cumbria CA11 8NG
Latest Ofsted	2 14 Mar 2024	2 14 Jun 2023	2 25 May 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	545	1200	1550
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Westmorland and Furness (943)	FURNESS EDUCATION TRUST	Westmorland and Furness (943)
Website	www.ksgs.cumbria.sch.uk	www.furnessacademy.co.uk	www.ullswatercc.co.uk
Telephone	01768371693	01229484270	01768210206
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Kirkby Stephen Grammar School

CA17 4HA

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
CA17 4HA
Ofsted: 2 14 Mar 2024
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Westmorland and Furness (943)
Website: www.ksgs.cumbria.sch.uk
Telephone: 01768371693

Furness Academy

LA13 9BB

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Barrow-in-Furness
Cumbria
LA13 9BB
Ofsted: 2 14 Jun 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: FURNESS EDUCATION TRUST
Website: www.furnessacademy.co.uk
Telephone: 01229484270

Ullswater Community College

CA11 8NG

Phase / Type: Secondary • Foundation school
Location: Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 8NG
Ofsted: 2 25 May 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Westmorland and Furness (943)
Website: www.ullswatercc.co.uk
Telephone: 01768210206

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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