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Grasmere CofE Primary School Catchment Area

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

Grasmere CofE Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Ambleside, Westmorland and Furness , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 84 pupils, and a capacity of 80 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

84

Pupils

80

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Grasmere CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Grasmere 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 84 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 80 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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.

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Grasmere CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
Stock Lane, Grasmere, Ambleside, LA22 9SJ
Local authority
Westmorland and Furness
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
6.8% of pupils
DfE URN
112319

Other Primary Schools in Ambleside

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Grasmere CofE Primary School

Is Grasmere CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Grasmere CofE Primary School currently has 84 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 80 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Grasmere CofE Primary School?

Grasmere 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 Grasmere CofE Primary School cover?

Grasmere 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 Grasmere CofE Primary School?

Grasmere CofE Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.