# Dean Gibson Catholic Primary School, Kendal — Kendal, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Mrs C Ritchie

## Contact

- **Address:** Hawesmead Avenue Kendal Cumbria
- **Phone:** 01539 723363
- **Website:** http://www.deangibson.cumbria.sch.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/kendal/dean-gibson-catholic-primary-school-kendal-21996

## About

Dean Gibson Catholic Primary School provides a primary education within a Catholic setting for the children in the parishes of Holy Trinity & St George, Kendal and Christ the King, Milnthorpe. We welcome children of all faiths and denominations because we believe faith is 'lived' and not just taught. We are a family, sharing respect for each other, where we value the uniqueness of every child.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Apr 2016
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Apr 2016

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Wonderful school, wonderful staff!: My son has absolutely thrived at Dean Gibson. The teachers are caring, patient, and dedicated to providing an excellent education. The school's focus on community and values is something I admire. *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — Excellent school - but some areas for improvement: My daughter has attended Dean Gibson for 6 years and we've been pleased with the school's progress. The curriculum is engaging, and the staff are supportive. However, I do think the school could improve on its communication with parents, especially regarding extra-curricular activities. *(Jul 2022)*
- **4/5** — A great school that fosters a sense of community: My children attended Dean Gibson a few years ago, and I was impressed by the sense of community and the values that the school promoted. The teachers were dedicated and passionate, and my kids thrived academically and socially. *(Oct 2021)*

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