Dean CofE School

URN: 112336 • Workington CA14 4TH

Overview

Name
Dean CofE School
URN
112336
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Serious Weaknesses
Ranking score
40.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Chris Rafferty (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Dean, Workington CA14 4TH

Summary

Dean Church of England School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Workington, Cumbria, with a current enrolment of 96 pupils and a capacity of 105. The school operates under the ethos of "Loving to Learn, Learning to Love," emphasizing a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to grow academically and personally. The Executive Headteacher, Jo Laker, leads a dedicated team committed to fostering a supportive community that values both academic achievement and the development of well-rounded citizens.

The curriculum at Dean CE School is designed to provide a broad and creative learning experience, catering to diverse talents in areas such as sports and the performing arts. The school prides itself on its effective induction process, ensuring that new students feel welcomed and supported. Recent Ofsted inspections have rated the school as "Good" in all areas, reflecting the positive feedback from parents and the community.

In addition to a strong academic focus, Dean CE School places importance on Christian values and community involvement. The school actively engages with parents and encourages participation through various activities, fostering a sense of belonging and partnership in the educational journey of each child.

Key details

LA
Pre-LGR 2023 Cumbria
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
96
Boys
51
Girls
45
FSM %
2.10
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2019-01-31
Last Ofsted
2018-03-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 96 51 45 105 2.10
2024-09-11 96 51 45 105 2.10
2023-09-11 96 51 45 105 2.10
2022-09-11 96 51 45 105 2.10
2021-09-11 96 51 45 105 2.10
2020-09-11 96 51 45 105 2.10

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