Thwaites School
URN: 112166 • Millom LA18 5HP
Overview
- Name
- Thwaites School
- URN
- 112166
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 42.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Redhead (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01229772554
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hallthwaites, Millom LA18 5HP
Summary
Thwaites School is a small community primary school located in Millom, Cumberland, with a current enrolment of 37 pupils and a capacity of 56. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment, where high expectations for academic achievement and behaviour are upheld. Under the leadership of Headteacher Mr. M. Redhead, the school aims to serve as a hub for the Hallthwaites community, emphasising strong partnerships with parents and local stakeholders.
The curriculum at Thwaites School is thoughtfully designed to connect with the local area and broader educational contexts, incorporating various learning experiences such as trips and residential stays. The school is committed to promoting British values, including democracy, the rule of law, and mutual respect, ensuring that pupils develop into responsible and caring individuals.
Thwaites School actively encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits from prospective families. With dedicated staff and a supportive board of governors, the school is well-positioned to support each child's development and prepare them for future challenges.
The curriculum at Thwaites School is thoughtfully designed to connect with the local area and broader educational contexts, incorporating various learning experiences such as trips and residential stays. The school is committed to promoting British values, including democracy, the rule of law, and mutual respect, ensuring that pupils develop into responsible and caring individuals.
Thwaites School actively encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits from prospective families. With dedicated staff and a supportive board of governors, the school is well-positioned to support each child's development and prepare them for future challenges.
Useful links
- Juniper Websites (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility Version (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Haverigg Primary School (62.5)
- Waberthwaite CofE School (61.9)
- St James' Catholic Primary School (61.4)
- Black Combe Junior School (57.7)
- Captain Shaw's CofE School (56.6)
Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 56
- Pupils
- 37
- Boys
- 17
- Girls
- 20
- FSM %
- 27.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 37 | 17 | 20 | 56 | 27.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 35 | 17 | 18 | 56 | 20.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 44 | 20 | 24 | 56 | 22.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 44 | 20 | 24 | 56 | 22.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 43 | 17 | 26 | 56 | 14.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 43 | 19 | 24 | 56 | 16.30 |
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