Derwent Vale Primary and Nursery School
URN: 112239 • Workington CA14 1WA
Overview
- Name
- Derwent Vale Primary and Nursery School
- URN
- 112239
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Daniel Lucey (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01900601233
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- William Street, Workington CA14 1WA
Summary
Derwent Vale Primary and Nursery School, located in Workington, Cumberland, is a community school catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 3-11. With a current enrolment of 87 students and a capacity of 139, the school places a strong emphasis on creating an inclusive and nurturing environment where every child is valued. The school’s ethos revolves around high academic achievement, children's well-being, and fostering a sense of community among students, parents, and staff.
The curriculum at Derwent Vale is designed to be broad, balanced, and engaging, with a focus on developing essential skills for future success. The school enriches learning through various experiences, including educational visits and interactions with visitors, which help to cultivate cultural capital and a sense of belonging among pupils. The school day runs from 8:45 am to 3:15 pm, allowing for structured learning and play.
Derwent Vale actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, with initiatives such as a fundraising committee to support school activities. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, ensuring a safe and caring atmosphere for all.
The curriculum at Derwent Vale is designed to be broad, balanced, and engaging, with a focus on developing essential skills for future success. The school enriches learning through various experiences, including educational visits and interactions with visitors, which help to cultivate cultural capital and a sense of belonging among pupils. The school day runs from 8:45 am to 3:15 pm, allowing for structured learning and play.
Derwent Vale actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, with initiatives such as a fundraising committee to support school activities. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, ensuring a safe and caring atmosphere for all.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Whole School Activities (calendar)
- Information for Parents (download)
- Remote Education Provision (download)
- Term Dates (other)
- View our policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Victoria Infant and Nursery School (75.2)
- Seaton Infant School (70.2)
- Ashfield Infant & Nursery School (69.2)
- Beckstone Primary School (66.5)
- Dean CofE School (63.7)
Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 139
- Pupils
- 87
- Boys
- 44
- Girls
- 43
- FSM %
- 40.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-12-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 87 | 44 | 43 | 139 | 40.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 99 | 45 | 54 | 139 | 38.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 104 | 53 | 51 | 139 | 34.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 104 | 53 | 51 | 139 | 34.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 106 | 50 | 56 | 139 | 30.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 112 | 56 | 56 | 139 | 30.10 |
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