Schools in Ambleside, North West (2025)
3 schools · 172 students · 2 local authority, 1 academy · median Pupils on roll 52.
Ambleside, in North West, has 3 schools in England's 2025 data, together educating about 172 students. By level there is 3 primary; by sector 2 local authority, 1 academy.
The median Pupils on roll across Ambleside's schools is 52, below the North West median of 237. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
1 of the 3 schools qualify for the Success Index (England). The highest-scoring is Grasmere CofE Primary School (91.7, top 5% of primary schools nationally). One school sits in the top 10% of England for its type. Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Grasmere CofE Primary School (89 students), Ambleside CofE Primary School (52 students), Langdale CofE School (31 students).
Ranked schools in Ambleside
Ordered by Success Index (England). Rank positions shown on each profile are within England and North West.
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (England) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grasmere CofE Primary School Ambleside · Primary · Ages 3–11 | Local authority | 91.7 Top 5% | 80% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 89 |
Other schools in Ambleside
Schools without a rank: fewer than 60 students, no published Pupils on roll, or a school type that is not scored.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Ambleside?
Grasmere CofE Primary School is the highest-ranked school in Ambleside with a Success Index (England) of 91.7 out of 100 (Top 5% of primary schools in England).
How many schools are in Ambleside?
Ambleside has 3 schools (3 primary) educating 172 students in 2025.
What is the typical Pupils on roll in Ambleside?
The median Pupils on roll across schools in Ambleside is 52. Number of pupils in the latest school census.