Best Primary Schools in Whitehaven
15 primary schools found
Key Facts
- In Whitehaven, 15 primary schools (60.0% of 25) educate 2,729 pupils with a pupil-teacher ratio of 18.68.
- Ofsted ratings in Whitehaven show 100.0% of primary schools are Good or Outstanding, with 3 Outstanding and 12 Good out of 15 inspected.
- Whitehaven's primary schools have 26.2% of pupils eligible for free school meals and 5.0% with English as an additional language, compared to national averages of 23.8% and 19.5% respectively.
- Primary schools in Whitehaven spend £9,622 per pupil, with 54.6% of pupils meeting the expected standard at KS2 and 13.3% experiencing persistent absence.
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Provisions & SEN
St Bridget's CofE School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 3–11
St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 3–7
Bransty Primary School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 3–11
Hensingham Primary School
Ofsted
Good
Academy · Primary · Ages 3–11
Kells Infant School
Ofsted
Outstanding
State · Primary · Ages 3–7
St James' CofE Junior School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 7–11
Jericho Primary School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 4–11
St Begh's Catholic Junior School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 7–11
Mayfield School
Ofsted
Outstanding
Special · Primary · Ages 3–19
Lowca Community School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 3–11
St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 3–7
Moresby Primary School
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 3–11
Valley Primary School and Nursery
Ofsted
Good
State · Primary · Ages 3–11
Frequently Asked Questions
How many primary schools are in Whitehaven?
There are 15 primary schools in Whitehaven, including state-funded, academies, and independent schools.
What are the best primary schools in Whitehaven?
Based on Ofsted ratings and exam results, the top-ranked primary schools in Whitehaven include St Bridget's CofE School, St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School, and Bransty Primary School. Rankings are updated regularly using the latest data from the Department for Education.
How many Ofsted Outstanding primary schools are in Whitehaven?
Whitehaven has 3 primary schools rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 are rated Good, meaning 100% of inspected schools hold a Good or Outstanding rating.
How are primary schools in Whitehaven ranked on Eduscope?
Schools are ranked using a composite score that combines Ofsted or ISI inspection ratings, Key Stage exam results, pupil progress measures, and other performance indicators published by the Department for Education. The score is recalculated regularly as new data becomes available.
How do primary schools in Whitehaven perform at Key Stage 2?
Across primary schools in Whitehaven, 55% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2. This figure is based on the latest published results from the Department for Education.
What is the average class size in Whitehaven primary schools?
The average pupil-teacher ratio across primary schools in Whitehaven is 19:1. While this is not a direct measure of class size, it indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil.
How do I choose a primary school in Whitehaven?
When choosing a primary school in Whitehaven, consider Ofsted ratings, Key Stage 2 results, distance from home, school size, and whether the school offers wrap-around care. You can compare all 15 primary schools on Eduscope using filters for school type, gender, religious character, and more.
Area Benchmarks
| Metric | Whitehaven | England |
|---|---|---|
| School QualityGood or Outstanding (Ofsted) | 100% | 90% |
| Primary ResultsKS2 Expected Standard | 55% | 61% |
| AttendancePersistent Absence | 13% | 20% |
| ResourcesPupil-Teacher Ratio | 18.7:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Spending per Pupil | £9,622 | £7,460 |
About This Data
- •School information is sourced from Get Information About Schools (GIAS), the official UK government register maintained by the Department for Education.
- •Inspection ratings are from Ofsted (state schools) and ISI (independent schools).
- •Performance data includes Key Stage 2, GCSE, and A-Level results from the Department for Education.