Valley Primary School and Nursery

URN: 134214 • Whitehaven CA28 8DA

Overview

Name
Valley Primary School and Nursery
URN
134214
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Jardine (since 2025)
Telephone
01946694152
Website
Visit
Address
Whinlatter Road, Whitehaven CA28 8DA

Summary

Valley Primary School and Nursery, located in Whitehaven, Cumberland, is a community school catering to children aged 3 to 11. With a current enrolment of 288 pupils and a capacity of 294, the school offers a nurturing environment that encourages a love of learning, confidence, resilience, and independent thinking. The school provides a range of educational provisions, including 15 and 30-hour nursery sessions, as well as morning and afternoon sessions for two-year-olds.

The school's ethos is built on fostering high standards of learning in a safe and stimulating environment where every child is valued. Valley Primary aims to inspire students socially, emotionally, and creatively while promoting individual talents and celebrating achievements. The curriculum focuses on quality teaching in core subjects, ensuring that all children can reach their full potential.

Valley Primary also emphasizes strong partnerships with parents and the wider community, aiming to develop responsible and respectful members of society. Additional support services include a breakfast club and after-school provision, enhancing the overall educational experience for families. For more information, visit their website at www.valleyprimary.cumbria.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Cumberland
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
294
Pupils
288
Boys
129
Girls
159
FSM %
36.20
Open date
2004-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 288 129 159 294 36.20
2024-09-11 279 133 146 294 37.30
2023-09-11 266 144 122 294 36.30
2022-09-11 266 144 122 294 36.30
2021-09-11 257 143 114 294 36.90
2020-09-11 262 144 118 294 35.70

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