Oughterside Primary School
URN: 112138 • Wigton CA7 2PY
Overview
- Name
- Oughterside Primary School
- URN
- 112138
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Kirkbride (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01697320579
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Aspatria, Wigton CA7 2PY
Summary
Oughterside Primary School, located in Wigton, Cumberland, is a mixed foundation school with a current enrollment of 60 pupils, out of a capacity of 84. The school emphasizes a nurturing environment where children feel safe and supported, allowing them to thrive academically and personally. The ethos focuses on developing each child's unique skills and personality, fostering confidence, creativity, and a sense of responsibility.
The curriculum at Oughterside is designed to be broad and balanced, integrating high standards with enjoyable learning experiences. The school prioritizes the total development of each child—spiritually, morally, intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically. Regular assemblies cover personal values, current events, world religions, and online safety, reinforcing the school's commitment to holistic education.
Community engagement is also a key aspect of Oughterside Primary School, as demonstrated by initiatives like the Community Wild Flower Project, which promotes respect for the environment and collaboration among students. The school actively promotes British values, encouraging respect and tolerance for diverse cultures and beliefs, preparing students for life in modern Britain.
The curriculum at Oughterside is designed to be broad and balanced, integrating high standards with enjoyable learning experiences. The school prioritizes the total development of each child—spiritually, morally, intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically. Regular assemblies cover personal values, current events, world religions, and online safety, reinforcing the school's commitment to holistic education.
Community engagement is also a key aspect of Oughterside Primary School, as demonstrated by initiatives like the Community Wild Flower Project, which promotes respect for the environment and collaboration among students. The school actively promotes British values, encouraging respect and tolerance for diverse cultures and beliefs, preparing students for life in modern Britain.
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Nearby alternatives
- Silloth Primary School (68.3)
- Boltons CofE School (63.3)
- Wiggonby CofE School (62.8)
- St Matthew's CofE School (62.3)
- Blennerhasset School (62.1)
Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 84
- Pupils
- 60
- Boys
- 30
- Girls
- 30
- FSM %
- 40.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 60 | 30 | 30 | 84 | 40.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 56 | 29 | 27 | 84 | 40.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 73 | 32 | 41 | 84 | 37.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 73 | 32 | 41 | 84 | 37.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 74 | 29 | 45 | 84 | 28.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 76 | 37 | 39 | 84 | 20.60 |
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