Mayfield School

URN: 112464 • Whitehaven CA28 8UG

Overview

Name
Mayfield School
URN
112464
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
69.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sophie McCabe (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01946691253
Website
Visit
Address
Campus Whitehaven, Whitehaven CA28 8UG

Summary

Mayfield School is a community special school located in Whitehaven, Cumberland, catering to students aged 3 to 19 with severe or profound learning needs. The school serves a wide geographical area in West Cumberland and operates across two sites, providing tailored educational support for its 257 pupils, all of whom have an Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP). The school's ethos centres on creating a safe, nurturing environment where individual differences are celebrated and high expectations for behaviour and respect are upheld.

The curriculum at Mayfield School is designed to foster effective communication, independent learning, and preparation for life beyond school. Staff members are highly skilled and dedicated, working collaboratively to develop personalised learning opportunities that meet the diverse needs of each pupil. The school places a strong emphasis on building positive relationships between staff and students, which is key to enhancing pupils' learning experiences.

Mayfield School values the partnership between home and school, encouraging parental involvement in celebrating student achievements throughout the year. The leadership team, led by Headteacher Sophie McCabe, is committed to ensuring that every pupil reaches their full potential in a supportive community setting.

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Key details

LA
Cumberland
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
255
Pupils
257
Boys
182
Girls
75
FSM %
44.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 257 182 75 255 44.40
2024-09-11 234 171 63 230 43.90
2023-09-11 195 141 54 160 44.80
2022-09-11 195 141 54 160 44.80
2021-09-11 171 126 45 160 43.90
2020-09-11 160 115 45 160 42.30

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