Ulverston Victoria High School
URN: 112385 • Ulverston LA12 0EB
Overview
- Name
- Ulverston Victoria High School
- URN
- 112385
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 80.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Hardwick (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01229483900
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Springfield Road, Ulverston LA12 0EB
Summary
Ulverston Victoria High School (UVHS) is a mixed secondary community school located in Ulverston, Westmorland and Furness. Catering to students aged 11-18, the school has a current enrollment of 1,336 pupils, surpassing its capacity of 1,310. UVHS is well-regarded for its commitment to student safety, academic progress, and strong leadership, with a focus on traditional values blended with innovative educational practices.
The school prides itself on inclusivity, holding an Inclusion Gold award and providing a robust Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision. UVHS emphasizes character development through its Personal Reference system, encouraging students to become well-rounded citizens. The Sixth Form has seen significant growth, attracting students from surrounding areas due to its strong performance in core subjects like Physics and Maths, with many progressing to higher education.
Beyond academics, UVHS offers a vibrant extracurricular programme, including music and sports, fostering a sense of community and engagement among students. The school is dedicated to continuous improvement, aiming to enhance the learning experience for all students.
The school prides itself on inclusivity, holding an Inclusion Gold award and providing a robust Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision. UVHS emphasizes character development through its Personal Reference system, encouraging students to become well-rounded citizens. The Sixth Form has seen significant growth, attracting students from surrounding areas due to its strong performance in core subjects like Physics and Maths, with many progressing to higher education.
Beyond academics, UVHS offers a vibrant extracurricular programme, including music and sports, fostering a sense of community and engagement among students. The school is dedicated to continuous improvement, aiming to enhance the learning experience for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- John Ruskin School (74.2)
- Dowdales School (73.4)
- The Lakes School (70.2)
- Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith (66.2)
- Ullswater Community College (64.4)
Key details
- LA
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1310
- Pupils
- 1336
- Boys
- 630
- Girls
- 706
- FSM %
- 13.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1336 | 630 | 706 | 1310 | 13.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1338 | 636 | 702 | 1310 | 11.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1327 | 629 | 698 | 1310 | 8.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1327 | 629 | 698 | 1310 | 8.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1362 | 660 | 702 | 1310 | 8.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1364 | 674 | 690 | 1310 | 6.70 |
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