St James' Catholic Primary School

URN: 112351 • millom LA18 4AS

Overview

Name
St James' Catholic Primary School
URN
112351
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nerissa Nicholas (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01229772731
Website
Visit
Address
Lonsdale Road, millom LA18 4AS

Summary

St James' Catholic Primary School, located in Millom, Cumbria, is a voluntary aided primary school serving a mixed-gender population of 182 pupils, with a capacity for 210. The school emphasizes a nurturing and supportive environment, aiming to foster each child's potential and achievement while instilling a sense of pride and responsibility. The ethos is rooted in Catholic values, as reflected in their mission statement, "I have loved you with an everlasting love" (Jeremiah 31:3).

The curriculum at St James' is designed to provide a well-rounded education, incorporating subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and Religious Education, alongside various creative and physical activities. The school also places importance on mental health and well-being, offering support for special educational needs and disabilities, and engaging parents as partners in their children's education.

St James' is committed to being an integral part of the local community, encouraging collaboration with families and local parishes. The school provides various extracurricular activities, including after-school clubs and a choir, to enrich the educational experience and promote community involvement. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Cumberland
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
182
Boys
93
Girls
89
FSM %
20.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 182 93 89 210 20.30
2024-09-11 176 94 82 196 19.90
2023-09-11 178 98 80 196 18.00
2022-09-11 178 98 80 196 18.00
2021-09-11 182 92 90 196 16.50
2020-09-11 194 99 95 196 15.50

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