Nenthead Primary School
URN: 112116 • Alston CA9 3LS
Overview
- Name
- Nenthead Primary School
- URN
- 112116
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rob Dawson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01434381400
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Nenthead, Alston CA9 3LS
Summary
Nenthead Primary School is a small community school located in Alston, Westmorland and Furness, with a current enrolment of 15 pupils and a capacity of 28. As part of the Alston Moor Federation, which includes Alston Primary School and Samuel King’s School, Nenthead Primary benefits from a collaborative approach that enhances educational opportunities and resources for its students. The federation aims to create a supportive and inclusive environment where children can thrive academically and socially.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that encourages curiosity, creativity, and kindness. Nenthead Primary focuses on the well-being of its pupils, providing a nurturing atmosphere that fosters personal and social development. The dedicated staff work to ensure that every child feels valued and inspired to succeed.
In addition to its educational offerings, Nenthead Primary School is integrated into the local community, with connections to the Alston Pre School and Children’s Centre activities. This community engagement enriches the learning experience and strengthens the support network for families in the area.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that encourages curiosity, creativity, and kindness. Nenthead Primary focuses on the well-being of its pupils, providing a nurturing atmosphere that fosters personal and social development. The dedicated staff work to ensure that every child feels valued and inspired to succeed.
In addition to its educational offerings, Nenthead Primary School is integrated into the local community, with connections to the Alston Pre School and Children’s Centre activities. This community engagement enriches the learning experience and strengthens the support network for families in the area.
Useful links
- Governors Zone (governance)
- Alston Moor Federation Governors 2024-2025 (governance)
- AMF Governing Body Terms of Reference 2024–2025 (governance)
- AMF Governor Meeting Dates (governance)
- Governor Attendance 2022–2023 (governance)
- Governor vacancies (governance)
- NGA Model Code of Conduct for Governors (governance)
- Private Governors Zone (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Student Absence (sen)
Nearby alternatives
- Alston Primary School (54.5)
Key details
- LA
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 28
- Pupils
- 15
- Boys
- 10
- Girls
- 5
- FSM %
- 6.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 28 | 6.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 20 | 16 | 4 | 28 | 10.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 21 | 14 | 7 | 28 | 14.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 21 | 14 | 7 | 28 | 14.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 24 | 14 | 10 | 28 | 8.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 23 | 12 | 11 | 28 | 4.30 |
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