Grange CofE Primary School — Primary School in Grange-over-Sands

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Grange CofE Primary School

Grange-over-Sands, LA11 7JF

191 Pupils

189 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

9.10% FSM %

87 Boys

104 Girls

About Grange CofE Primary School

Grange CofE Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Grange-over-Sands, Westmorland and Furness, in the North West region of England for pupils aged 3–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 191 pupils on roll. School capacity: 189. Current headteacher: Paula Whinfield.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary controlled 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	Grange and Cartmel
Urban / Rural	Larger 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	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10070432
URN	112280
Data Last Updated	04-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Matthew Evans	Chair of Governors	24/11/2024	24/11/2028	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mrs Andrea Bellamy	Governor	03/04/2025	02/04/2029	Elected by parents
Dr Phillippa Eccles	Governor	18/11/2022	18/07/2025	Elected by parents
Mrs Ceri Laisby	Governor	13/06/2025	12/06/2029	Elected by school staff
Mrs Claire Logan	Governor	28/09/2022	28/09/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Brian McCann	Governor	01/01/2025	31/12/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Judith Mitchell	Governor	09/01/2025	08/01/2029	Foundation/sponsor members
Dr Ashley Pateman	Governor	20/10/2025	19/10/2029	Elected by parents
Mr Adam Strafford	Governor	01/01/2025	31/12/2028	Elected by parents
Headteacher Phillipa Summers	Governor	01/01/2012	31/08/2025	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Gillian Webster	Governor	18/10/2025	17/10/2029	Foundation/sponsor members
Mr Denis Whalley	Governor	12/07/2023	12/07/2027	Appointed by GB/board

Schools Nearby

Fell House School

0.45 km • Grange-Over-Sands

Other

Allithwaite CofE Primary School

1.72 km • Grange-over-Sands

Other

Cartmel Priory CofE School

2.26 km • Grange-over-Sands

Other

Cartmel CofE Primary School

2.37 km • Grange-over-Sands

Other

Lindale CofE Primary School

3.28 km • Grange Over Sands

Other

Flookburgh CofE Primary School

4.16 km • Grange-Over-Sands

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Grange CofE Primary School?

Grange CofE Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Grange-over-Sands, Westmorland and Furness.

How many pupils does Grange CofE Primary School have?

Grange CofE Primary School has 191 pupils, with a capacity of 189.

What is the age range at Grange CofE Primary School?

Grange CofE Primary School caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Is Grange CofE Primary School a faith school?

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

Who is the headteacher at Grange CofE Primary School?

The Headteacher at Grange CofE Primary School is Mrs Paula Whinfield.

Where is Grange CofE Primary School located?

Grange CofE Primary School is at Fell Drive, Grange-over-Sands, LA11 7JF, in the Westmorland and Furness local authority, North West.

Does Grange CofE Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Grange CofE Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Grange CofE Primary School currently open?

Grange CofE Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Paula Whinfield

Fell Drive, Grange-over-Sands, LA11 7JF

01539532392

www.grange.cumbria.sch.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 112280

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026