Dearham Primary School

URN: 137602 • Maryport CA15 7HR

Overview

Name
Dearham Primary School
URN
137602
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
CHANGING LIVES LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
66.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Samantha Busigny (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01900812518
Website
Visit
Address
The Went, Maryport CA15 7HR

Summary

Dearham Primary School, located in Maryport, Cumbria, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 223 pupils, set within a capacity of 271. The school is part of the Changing Lives Learning Trust, which aims to provide a supportive and enriching educational environment. The ethos of Dearham Primary is built on excellence, care, and partnership, focusing on delivering a broad and balanced curriculum that encourages high achievement for all students.

The school prides itself on its warm and friendly atmosphere, fostering a community where students are confident, well-behaved, and respectful. Dearham Primary offers a range of subjects, including English, mathematics, science, and the arts, ensuring that pupils receive a comprehensive education tailored to their needs. The school also emphasizes the importance of mental health and well-being, providing support for all students.

Dearham Primary School actively engages with its local community, welcoming parents and guardians to participate in school activities and events. The leadership team, led by Headteacher Mrs. S Busigny, is dedicated to creating a happy and exciting learning environment where every child can flourish. For more information, visit their website at [dearham.education](https://dearham.education).

Key details

LA
Cumberland
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
CHANGING LIVES LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
271
Pupils
223
Boys
115
Girls
108
FSM %
17.50
Open date
2011-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2012-12-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 223 115 108 271 17.50
2024-09-11 224 116 108 271 17.90
2023-09-11 260 134 126 290 14.70
2022-09-11 260 134 126 290 14.70
2021-09-11 283 143 140 271 13.00
2020-09-11 290 137 153 271 9.70

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