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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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