Cumberland School
URN: 135541 • Bolton BL6 7RX
Overview
- Name
- Cumberland School
- URN
- 135541
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christopher Newiss (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01204324446
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rivington Lane, Bolton BL6 7RX
Summary
Cumberland School is an independent special school located in Rivington, Lancashire, catering to boys and girls aged 7 to 18 with complex learning needs, including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties, ADHD, and communication challenges. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment where students can overcome barriers to learning and achieve their personal and academic goals.
The curriculum at Cumberland School is tailored to meet individual needs, following the national curriculum in a personalized manner to enhance engagement and interest. The school operates across two campuses: the main site for Key Stage 2 and 3 pupils, and the Station Road Campus for Key Stage 4 students, offering a well-equipped learning environment alongside vocational opportunities.
Cumberland School emphasizes building confidence and resilience in its pupils, preparing them for life beyond the classroom. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to support each child's development, fostering a sense of community and encouraging contributions to society. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact them directly.
The curriculum at Cumberland School is tailored to meet individual needs, following the national curriculum in a personalized manner to enhance engagement and interest. The school operates across two campuses: the main site for Key Stage 2 and 3 pupils, and the Station Road Campus for Key Stage 4 students, offering a well-equipped learning environment alongside vocational opportunities.
Cumberland School emphasizes building confidence and resilience in its pupils, preparing them for life beyond the classroom. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to support each child's development, fostering a sense of community and encouraging contributions to society. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact them directly.
Useful links
- Events (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Inclusion and Belonging (other)
- Cookies Policy (other)
- Skip to main content (other)
- Policies (other)
- 0800 304 7244 (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Who We Are (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Personal Learning Centre (72.7)
- The Young Mums Unit (70.2)
- Youth Challenge Pru (70.2)
- Ladywood School (67.6)
- Ladywood School (64.1)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 7 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 96
- Pupils
- 85
- Boys
- 75
- Girls
- 10
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2008-04-07
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-01-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 85 | 75 | 10 | 96 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 89 | 75 | 14 | 96 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 61 | 52 | 9 | 96 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 61 | 52 | 9 | 96 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 53 | 43 | 10 | 96 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 47 | 39 | 8 | 96 | 0.00 |
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