Richmond Hill School
Wigton, CA7 3BQ · Cumberland · primary school
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68th 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 — 5.7/10 against 2,342 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Richmond Hill School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football, cross country, multiskills, dodgeball, basketball, benchball, hockey, and netball. A breakfast club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 205 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific areas did the February 2026 inspection highlight for improvement?
What Ofsted said about Richmond Hill School
Overview
Richmond Hill School provides an education where safeguarding standards are met, and pupils generally behave well within a calm, orderly environment. While attendance is a priority and personal development opportunities are extensive, the report identifies that teaching and support for disadvantaged pupils require improvement to close widening achievement gaps.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed.
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes to learning" and behave well, supported by clear expectations and "warm and positive relationships" with staff.
- Attendance is improving, particularly for disadvantaged pupils, due to systematic follow-ups and effective family support.
- The early years provision is nurturing, with staff skilfully teaching new vocabulary and ensuring children are "well prepared for Year 1".
- Pupils benefit from extensive personal development opportunities, including clubs, trips, and leadership roles that foster confidence and citizenship.
Areas to improve
- Teaching does not consistently enable pupils, particularly disadvantaged pupils, to learn securely, as staff do not routinely check prior knowledge or understanding.
- The achievement gap between disadvantaged pupils and their peers is widening, with some lacking strong foundations in spelling and handwriting.
- Leaders’ evaluations of teaching and support lack precision, failing to identify key areas for improvement or accurately assess the impact of additional funding.
Safeguarding
The report states that "safeguarding standards are met," noting that leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 75% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
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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