Monkwray Junior School
URN: 112170 • Whitehaven CA28 9DT
Overview
- Name
- Monkwray Junior School
- URN
- 112170
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Danielle Willis (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01946696790
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Monkwray Brow, Whitehaven CA28 9DT
Summary
Monkwray Junior School is a community primary school located in Whitehaven, Cumberland, catering to a mixed-gender pupil population of 116, with a capacity for 140 students. The school prides itself on fostering a welcoming environment where children are encouraged to "Be Brave, Be Bright, Be You." This ethos underpins the school's commitment to supporting each child's individual journey and promoting high standards in education.
The curriculum at Monkwray Junior School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. The school aims to create an engaging learning atmosphere that encourages curiosity and creativity among its students. With a significant percentage of pupils (37.90%) eligible for free school meals, Monkwray Junior School is dedicated to ensuring that all children receive the support they need to thrive.
Parents are encouraged to be involved in their children's education, and the school maintains open lines of communication to foster a strong community connection. For more information about the school's offerings and resources, parents can visit the school’s website.
The curriculum at Monkwray Junior School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic achievement and personal development. The school aims to create an engaging learning atmosphere that encourages curiosity and creativity among its students. With a significant percentage of pupils (37.90%) eligible for free school meals, Monkwray Junior School is dedicated to ensuring that all children receive the support they need to thrive.
Parents are encouraged to be involved in their children's education, and the school maintains open lines of communication to foster a strong community connection. For more information about the school's offerings and resources, parents can visit the school’s website.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- SEND Policy (sen)
- SEND Report (sen)
- Admissions Policy (download)
- Privacy Notice (download)
- Virtual Learning Plan (download)
- Term Dates (download)
- Complaints Procedure (download)
- Ofsted Report (download)
Nearby alternatives
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School (70.4)
- Kells Infant School (68.4)
- Jericho Primary School (68.3)
- St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School (63.3)
- Moresby Primary School (63.0)
Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 116
- Boys
- 57
- Girls
- 59
- FSM %
- 37.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 116 | 57 | 59 | 140 | 37.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 106 | 61 | 45 | 140 | 42.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 107 | 60 | 47 | 140 | 42.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 107 | 60 | 47 | 140 | 42.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 109 | 62 | 47 | 140 | 45.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 120 | 66 | 54 | 140 | 40.00 |
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