St Bridget's CofE School
Whitehaven, CA28 6NY · Cumberland · primary school
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104th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.7/10 against 2,458 of them, against 2.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 36.0 · 6 | 40% | 0.22 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Bridget's CofE School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 36.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 9.0% against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.7 out of 10 either way). Ofsted inspected the school in May 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 66 pupils against a stated capacity of 99. 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 literacy? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the new Ofsted report card influence current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about St Bridget's CofE School
Overview
St Bridget’s CofE School is a small, welcoming community where pupils feel safe and valued. The report describes a school where leaders make "astute decisions" and staff build "highly positive relationships," resulting in a "calm, focused environment" that pupils find "always worth it, every day."
Strengths
- The early years provision is of a "consistently high quality," with leaders meticulously planning outdoor learning and focusing on communication skills.
- Attendance has improved significantly, now exceeding the national average, due to leaders working in "close partnership with pupils and their families."
- Pupils are "courteous and kind," with bullying and discrimination being rare; staff resolve any incidents "swiftly and effectively."
- Staff provide "bespoke support" to reduce learning barriers, ensuring pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities can access the curriculum.
- Leaders have a "clear, shared vision" and actively support staff wellbeing and professional development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should strengthen targets for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities so they are not "too broad," enabling a sharper focus on closing gaps.
- Teaching should ensure pupils make "clear links between prior and new learning" to deepen understanding across the curriculum.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 36% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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