Distington Community School
URN: 133264 • Workington CA14 5TE
Overview
- Name
- Distington Community School
- URN
- 133264
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Angela Quirk (since 2023) , Headteacher
- Previous head
- Carl Barnes, Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01946830526
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Road, Workington CA14 5TE
Summary
Distington Community School is a mixed primary community school located in Workington, Cumberland, with a current enrolment of 114 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 105. The school prioritises creating a safe and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Emphasising high behavioural expectations, the school fosters respect, trust, and a peaceful atmosphere conducive to learning.
The curriculum at Distington Community School focuses on developing reflective learners and positive problem solvers. Children are encouraged to work collaboratively, which helps them build essential skills for teamwork and effective communication. The school aims to provide lasting memories and experiences that contribute to the overall well-being of its students.
With 33.60% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Distington Community School is committed to supporting all families in the community. The school actively engages with parents and guardians to ensure that every child receives the necessary support for their educational journey. For more information, visit their website at www.distington-comm.cumbria.sch.uk.
The curriculum at Distington Community School focuses on developing reflective learners and positive problem solvers. Children are encouraged to work collaboratively, which helps them build essential skills for teamwork and effective communication. The school aims to provide lasting memories and experiences that contribute to the overall well-being of its students.
With 33.60% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Distington Community School is committed to supporting all families in the community. The school actively engages with parents and guardians to ensure that every child receives the necessary support for their educational journey. For more information, visit their website at www.distington-comm.cumbria.sch.uk.
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Nearby alternatives
- Victoria Infant and Nursery School (75.2)
- Seaton Infant School (70.2)
- Ashfield Infant & Nursery School (69.2)
- Beckstone Primary School (66.5)
- Dean CofE School (63.7)
Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 114
- Boys
- 57
- Girls
- 57
- FSM %
- 33.60
- Open date
- 2001-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-09-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 114 | 57 | 57 | 105 | 33.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 109 | 53 | 56 | 105 | 39.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 122 | 62 | 60 | 105 | 48.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 122 | 62 | 60 | 105 | 48.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 128 | 63 | 65 | 105 | 43.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 128 | 64 | 64 | 105 | 36.40 |
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