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Council: Cumberland

St Matthew's CofE School

Wigton, Cumberland - CA7 3NT

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Our vision at St Matthew’s Church of England School is that all of our children feel accepted and loved, and understand their worth and ability, to give them the confidence to go out and explore their world and lead a fulfilled life.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

St Michael's CofE Primary School

Wigton, Cumberland - CA7 2HN

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“We are a Voluntary Aided Church of England School and we base all that we do on our school vision and the Christian values that we have chosen as a school community. Our main values are Friendship, Perseverance, Respect, Love, Courage and Generosity and these underpin all that we do in school.”

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Ofsted: Good

St Michael's CofE Primary School

Carlisle, Cumberland - CA5 7LN

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“I would like to extend to you a very warm welcome to St. Michael’s Church of England Primary School. We are a happy, lively school with a nurturing and caring ethos and a strong, dedicated staff team. St. Michael’s boasts strong connections with our local church and wider community.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

St Michael's Nursery and Infant School

Workington, Cumberland - CA14 2UY

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 2-7)

“St. Michael’s is a nurturing school. We are one big happy family. It is a place where each child is embraced and guided to be the best version of themselves. We are inclusive of every single child, offering a bespoke curriculum which is paramount for meeting their individual needs.”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Cleator Moor, Cumberland - CA25 5DG

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Workington, Cumberland - CA14 2DW

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“When children leave our school at the end of Year 6, we aim for them to be confident, independent learners; who are caring members of the community; who show tolerance and respect; who have a strong awareness of keeping safe and being healthy, and demonstrate a well-developed sense of right and…”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Stanwix School

Carlisle, Cumberland - CA3 9DW

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Stanwix school is a thriving, inclusive community where every child and adult feels a deep sense of belonging, is valued as an individual, and is empowered to flourish.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Stoneraise School

Carlisle, Cumberland - CA5 7AT

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“At Stoneraise School we believe that sustainability isn’t just recycling and giving money to charity. It’s about thinking and working in a profoundly different way. Our children learn to value and care for each other in a supportive and nurturing atmosphere.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided)

Carlisle, Cumberland - CA2 4HG

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Our vision is based on the Christian foundations of our school, which was first established by the Bishop of Carlisle (The Bishop Goodwin) in 1893. We have confidence to do good because we have faith in the goodness we see in our loving God and that he shows this goodness to everyone.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Nelson Thomlinson School

Wigton, Cumberland - CA7 9PX

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Whitehaven Academy

Whitehaven, Cumberland - CA28 8TY

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“At The Whitehaven Academy we strive every day to challenge our students and staff to live by the school’s core values: “Resilience, Responsibility, Respect”. We have a clear expectation that every student will strive to be the best that they can be in all that they do.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Thomlinson Junior School

Wigton, Cumberland - CA7 9PG

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

“We are all extremely proud of our school and committed to providing the very best possible education for all of our children.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Thornhill Primary School

Egremont, Cumberland - CA22 2SJ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“We are very lucky to have an extremely dedicated and supportive staff team who work very hard to provide the best opportunities for all our pupils in a safe and happy school environment.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Thursby Primary School

Carlisle, Cumberland - CA5 6PN

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At Thursby Primary School, we are committed to providing a high standard of education that nurtures the academic, social, and emotional growth of every child. Our curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and foster a lifelong love of learning.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Thwaites School

Millom, Cumberland - LA18 5HP

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At Thwaites School, our vision and values are at the heart of school life. They guide how we learn, behave and treat one another, helping every child to feel valued and to make a positive contribution to our school community.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Trinity School

Carlisle, Cumberland - CA1 1JB

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“We make no apology for our focus on high standards as we want the best for every one of our students: we insist on high standards in approach to learning and in behaviour. We work to offer a high standard of education and of pastoral care. We encourage responsibility, both for self and for others.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Upperby Primary School

Carlisle, Cumberland - CA2 4JT

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At Upperby, we are proud to be a happy, inclusive and ambitious mixed-form entry school where every child is known, valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Valley Primary School and Nursery

Whitehaven, Cumberland - CA28 8DA

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“We offer places to children aged 3- 11, with 15 and 30 hour provision for our Nursery children. We also have 2 year old provision which run morning and afternoon sessions. We have a breakfast club, starting at 8 am and after school provision which runs until 4:30pm.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Victoria Infant and Nursery School

Workington, Cumberland - CA14 3XB

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 2-7)

“Within our welcoming, calm, safe, well organised and inclusive environment, we are determined to continue to provide, no less than “Good” and “Outstanding” teaching and learning opportunities supported by a community that transforms the learning and aspirations for the children in our care.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Victoria Junior School

Workington, Cumberland - CA14 2RE

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement