Walney School
Walney School is a secondary located in Westmorland and Furness, LA14 3JT. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 489 pupils on roll.
Walney School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural town and fringe
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Westmorland and Furness
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 900
Number of Pupils: 489
Number of Boys: 253
Number of Girls: 236
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 22.9
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-13
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Requires Improvement
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2022-05-02
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Redshaw
Phone: 01229471528
Website: www.walney-school.co.uk
Location: Sandy Gap Lane, Walney
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Walney School
What is the Ofsted rating of Walney School?
Walney School has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Walney School admit?
Walney School admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Walney School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Walney School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Walney School?
Walney School is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Walney School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Walney School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Walney School?
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