Hensingham Primary School
URN: 147597 • Whitehaven CA28 8QZ
Overview
- Name
- Hensingham Primary School
- URN
- 147597
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CUMBRIA EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Amanda Brotherhood (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01946690021
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Main Street, Whitehaven CA28 8QZ
Summary
Hensingham Primary School, located in Whitehaven, Cumbria, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 133 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on being a welcoming and safe environment where every child's individuality is celebrated. The ethos is built around the principles of respect, responsibility, and resilience, fostering a supportive atmosphere for both learning and personal growth.
The curriculum at Hensingham Primary is designed to inspire and engage students, with a focus on high-quality teaching that enables every pupil to reach their potential. The school takes advantage of its beautiful surroundings, incorporating local landmarks such as the beach and The Lake District into learning experiences. This approach aims to broaden children's opportunities and connect education with the community.
Assessment results for the 2022-23 academic year indicate that 67% of pupils achieved the expected standard in reading and maths, while 61% did so in writing. The school is committed to building strong relationships with families to ensure a nurturing educational experience for all children.
The curriculum at Hensingham Primary is designed to inspire and engage students, with a focus on high-quality teaching that enables every pupil to reach their potential. The school takes advantage of its beautiful surroundings, incorporating local landmarks such as the beach and The Lake District into learning experiences. This approach aims to broaden children's opportunities and connect education with the community.
Assessment results for the 2022-23 academic year indicate that 67% of pupils achieved the expected standard in reading and maths, while 61% did so in writing. The school is committed to building strong relationships with families to ensure a nurturing educational experience for all children.
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- Headteacher’s Welcome (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- News (other)
- Our Values (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Our Staff (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School (70.4)
- Kells Infant School (68.4)
- Jericho Primary School (68.3)
- St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School (63.3)
- Moresby Primary School (63.0)
Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CUMBRIA EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 133
- Boys
- 67
- Girls
- 66
- FSM %
- 27.80
- Open date
- 2019-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 133 | 67 | 66 | 210 | 27.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 140 | 73 | 67 | 210 | 32.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 157 | 85 | 72 | 210 | 31.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 157 | 85 | 72 | 210 | 31.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 165 | 89 | 76 | 210 | 34.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 166 | 90 | 76 | 210 | 25.20 |
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