Raughton Head CofE School & Nursery
URN: 112257 • Carlisle CA5 7DD
Overview
- Name
- Raughton Head CofE School & Nursery
- URN
- 112257
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alison Dickinson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01697476291
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Raughton Head, Carlisle CA5 7DD
Summary
Raughton Head CofE School & Nursery is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Carlisle, Cumberland, catering to a mixed-gender population of 74 pupils. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment based on Christian values such as respect, humility, and trust. With a focus on individual growth, the dedicated staff aim to support each child in reaching their full potential while ensuring a safe and inclusive atmosphere.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that encourages academic and personal development. It also provides a nursery with flexible hours, allowing children to attend morning or afternoon sessions, and offers additional childcare options. The school actively engages with the local community, hosting events like 'Stay and Play' sessions and community lunches, reinforcing its role as a community hub.
Governance at Raughton Head is structured to ensure clarity of vision and accountability, with a diverse governing board overseeing the school's strategic direction and financial performance. Parents are encouraged to collaborate with staff to support their children's education and well-being.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that encourages academic and personal development. It also provides a nursery with flexible hours, allowing children to attend morning or afternoon sessions, and offers additional childcare options. The school actively engages with the local community, hosting events like 'Stay and Play' sessions and community lunches, reinforcing its role as a community hub.
Governance at Raughton Head is structured to ensure clarity of vision and accountability, with a diverse governing board overseeing the school's strategic direction and financial performance. Parents are encouraged to collaborate with staff to support their children's education and well-being.
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Nearby alternatives
- Wreay CofE Primary School (75.6)
- High Hesket CofE School (74.8)
- Crosby-on-Eden CofE School (66.9)
- Ivegill CofE School (66.7)
- Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School (66.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 42
- Pupils
- 74
- Boys
- 33
- Girls
- 41
- FSM %
- 4.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-07-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 74 | 33 | 41 | 42 | 4.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 64 | 30 | 34 | 42 | 6.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 53 | 26 | 27 | 42 | 3.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 53 | 26 | 27 | 42 | 3.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 50 | 25 | 25 | 42 | 2.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 43 | 19 | 24 | 42 | 5.00 |
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