Ewanrigg Junior School
Maryport, CA15 8HN · Cumberland · primary school
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106th of 119 primary schools in Cumberland we can score, 145 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 3.0/10 against 424 of them, against 2.1/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 48.0 · 16 | 62% | 1.00 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 38% | 1.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ewanrigg Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 133 pupils against a stated capacity of 130. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in core subjects? How does the school engage parents in monitoring individual progress?
What Ofsted said about Ewanrigg Junior School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils behave well and value their relationships with staff, yet the quality of education and leadership require improvement. While the school has a strong understanding of its community and provides effective support for pupils with special educational needs, there are significant gaps in pupils’ knowledge across subjects. The school is taking steps to strengthen the curriculum, but these changes are in the early stages of implementation.
Strengths
- Pupils "behave well in lessons and interact happily together," demonstrating positive attitudes to learning.
- The school "meets the needs" of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities through effective individualised support.
- Staff help pupils "manage their emotions" and build resilience, contributing to good personal development.
- The school has raised the profile of reading, with a new phonics programme supporting pupils to gain "confidence and fluency."
- Attendance has improved, and pupils now "attend well" with a calm start to the day provided by the breakfast club.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure activity choices support pupils to learn essential knowledge effectively, as current activities do not always focus sharply enough on intended learning.
- Assessment checks need refinement to "consistently and accurately identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge" so they can be addressed swiftly.
- The writing curriculum requires development to provide pupils with enough opportunities to write and gain necessary skills.
- Governors need to develop their skills to "hold the school to account effectively" for the quality of education.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 31% |
| 2023/24 | 35% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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