Crosthwaite CofE School — Primary School in Kendal

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Crosthwaite CofE School

Kendal, LA8 8HT

101 Pupils

100 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

7.30% FSM %

53 Boys

48 Girls

About Crosthwaite CofE School

Crosthwaite CofE School is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 3–11 based in Westmorland and Furness, North West. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 101 pupils on roll. School capacity: 100. Current headteacher: Matthew Jessop.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Westmorland and Furness or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Westmorland and Furness
Region	North West
Administrative District	Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary Constituency	Westmorland and Lonsdale
Ward	Bowness and Lyth
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Not applicable
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10077447
URN	112317
Data Last Updated	03-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Jeni Boothman	Chair of Governors	19/07/2022	19/07/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Joanna Ainsworth	Governor	28/07/2024	27/07/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Andrew Brown	Governor	08/12/2021	07/12/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Nicola Hartley	Governor	16/10/2024	16/10/2028	Elected by school staff
John Holmes	Governor	21/09/2020	16/10/2028	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Matthew Jessop	Governor	01/01/2012	01/01/2028	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Dr Jodie Quigg	Governor	11/10/2024	11/10/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Ramin Salehi	Governor	08/11/2021	07/11/2025	Elected by parents
Mrs Emma Taylor	Governor	12/12/2017	11/12/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Eoin Treacy	Governor	27/02/2023	13/02/2026	Elected by parents
Mrs Judi Webster	Governor	11/10/2024	16/10/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Stewart Wren	Governor	01/09/2022	30/08/2026	Appointed by GB/board

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Crosthwaite CofE School?

Crosthwaite CofE School is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Kendal, Westmorland and Furness.

How many pupils does Crosthwaite CofE School have?

Crosthwaite CofE School has 101 pupils, with a capacity of 100.

What is the age range at Crosthwaite CofE School?

Crosthwaite CofE School caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is Crosthwaite CofE School a faith school?

Yes, Crosthwaite CofE School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Crosthwaite CofE School?

The Headteacher at Crosthwaite CofE School is Mr Matthew Jessop.

Where is Crosthwaite CofE School located?

Crosthwaite CofE School is at Crosthwaite, Kendal, LA8 8HT, in the Westmorland and Furness local authority, North West.

Is Crosthwaite CofE School currently open?

Crosthwaite CofE School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Matthew Jessop

Crosthwaite, Kendal, LA8 8HT

01539568471

www.crosthwaiteprimary.net

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 112317

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026