Plumbland CofE School
URN: 112275 • Wigton CA7 2DQ
Overview
- Name
- Plumbland CofE School
- URN
- 112275
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire McKie (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01697320628
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Lane, Wigton CA7 2DQ
Summary
Plumbland CofE Primary School, located in Wigton, Cumberland, is a voluntary controlled school catering to a mixed-gender population of 53 pupils, with a capacity of 56. The school prides itself on its close-knit community, where dedicated staff know each child individually, fostering a supportive environment that encourages exploration and personal growth.
The curriculum at Plumbland is designed to provide rich and memorable learning experiences, integrating educational visits, forest school activities, and specialist teaching in subjects such as Sports, Music, and Computing. Core subjects like Reading, Writing, Maths, and Science are rigorously taught, while creativity and curiosity are actively encouraged among students.
Plumbland maintains strong ties with St Cuthbert’s Church and collaborates with partner schools to ensure a smooth transition for pupils to secondary education. The school also emphasizes safeguarding and the emotional well-being of its students, promoting a safe and respectful atmosphere where children can thrive. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through fundraising events and various activities.
The curriculum at Plumbland is designed to provide rich and memorable learning experiences, integrating educational visits, forest school activities, and specialist teaching in subjects such as Sports, Music, and Computing. Core subjects like Reading, Writing, Maths, and Science are rigorously taught, while creativity and curiosity are actively encouraged among students.
Plumbland maintains strong ties with St Cuthbert’s Church and collaborates with partner schools to ensure a smooth transition for pupils to secondary education. The school also emphasizes safeguarding and the emotional well-being of its students, promoting a safe and respectful atmosphere where children can thrive. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through fundraising events and various activities.
Useful links
- School Jotter 3 (other)
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
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 56
- Pupils
- 53
- Boys
- 32
- Girls
- 21
- FSM %
- 11.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 53 | 32 | 21 | 56 | 11.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 56 | 32 | 24 | 56 | 8.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 52 | 27 | 25 | 56 | 11.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 52 | 27 | 25 | 56 | 11.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 54 | 26 | 28 | 56 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 54 | 23 | 31 | 56 | 5.60 |
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