- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
31 first choices, 29 offers made
Met the standard at 1170%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.0%
- Pupils
- 220
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.5
Schools in LA6
A postcode district in Westmorland and Furness
- Postcode district
- 19 schools and nurseries
In short: LA6 is a postcode district in Westmorland and Furness with 11 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 6 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries1911 primary · 3 secondary · 6 nurseries
Top-rated
All LA6 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in LA6
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in LA6
11 in LA6, best first
- Ofsted:Good or better
Results above the England average.
15 first choices, 15 offers made
Met the standard at 1169%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.6%
- Pupils
- 104
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.0
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
14 first choices, 14 offers made
Met the standard at 1189%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.7%
- Pupils
- 122
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.7
Top Secondary Schools in LA6
3 in LA6, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
258 first choices, 248 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1658.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.9%
- Pupils
- 1,155
- Pupils per teacher
- 12.7
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1640.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 329
- Pupils per teacher
- 3.6
Nurseries in LA6
6 in LA6, highest Ofsted grade first
Busy Bodies Pre-school
Melling, Carnforth, LA6 2RE · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Kidz Day Nursery Ltd
Carnforth, LA6 3BT · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Over Kellet Playgroup
Carnforth, LA6 1DT · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in LA6
3 in LA6, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
258 first choices, 248 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1658.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.9%
- Pupils
- 1,155
- Pupils per teacher
- 12.7
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results below the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1640.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 329
- Pupils per teacher
- 3.6
Underley Garden School
Carnforth, LA6 2DZ · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 101
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Special Schools in LA6
1 in LA6. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Underley Garden School
Carnforth, LA6 2DZ · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 101
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in LA6
2 in LA6. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Underley Garden School
Carnforth, LA6 2DZ · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 101
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Casterton, Sedbergh Preparatory School
La6 2sg · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 13
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 178
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in LA6, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Good10
- Not graded yet9
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in LA6 sit in 3 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every LA6 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
LA6 has 19 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in LA6
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about LA6
Nearby areas
How many schools are in LA6?
LA6 has 19 schools, including 11 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 6 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in LA6?
The highest-ranked schools in LA6 on Eduscope are St Mary's CofE Primary School, Nether Kellet Community Primary School, Queen Elizabeth School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in LA6?
There are 2 independent schools in LA6. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in LA6 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in LA6?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 19 schools in LA6 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.