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Ambleside CofE Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Ambleside CofE Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Ambleside, Westmorland and Furness , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 64 pupils, and a capacity of 140 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

3–11

Age range

64

Pupils

140

Capacity

46%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Ambleside CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Ambleside CofE Primary School is managed by Westmorland and Furness and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Westmorland and Furness before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Westmorland and Furness catchment area documents →

Ambleside CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
Vicarage Road, Ambleside, LA22 9DH
Local authority
Westmorland and Furness
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
12.5% of pupils
DfE URN
141978

Other Primary Schools in Ambleside

If Ambleside CofE Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Ambleside are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ambleside CofE Primary School

Is Ambleside CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

Ambleside CofE Primary School has a capacity of 140 places and currently has 64 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Westmorland and Furness.

What is the admissions policy for Ambleside CofE Primary School?

Ambleside CofE Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Westmorland and Furness before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Ambleside CofE Primary School cover?

Ambleside CofE Primary School is a primary school in Ambleside, Westmorland and Furness, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ambleside CofE Primary School?

Ambleside CofE Primary School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.