St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Workington, CA14 2DW · Cumberland · primary school
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57th 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 the 3,328 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.7/10 among them, against 3.2/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 6.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.7 out of 10 among them, against 3.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Art Club, Reds in The community, Seaton Rugby Club, Workington Cricket Club, and St Joseph's sports clubs. Sports include football, rugby, and cricket. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 199 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 national median in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the after-school provision? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Overview
St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "peaceful atmosphere" where pupils flourish through positive relationships with staff. The report highlights that pupils are "happy" and demonstrate "impeccable manners," while achieving well across a broad range of subjects due to an "ambitious curriculum."
Strengths
- Pupils are described as "proud ambassadors" who show "great kindness" and benefit from a culture where everyone is "included and valued."
- The curriculum is carefully designed so that pupils’ "knowledge builds securely over time," with children in the early years making a "strong start."
- Staff effectively support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they can "follow the curriculum alongside their peers."
- Governors "carry out their statutory duties effectively," providing appropriate challenge and support to assure the quality of education.
- Pupils develop resilience and independence through a wide range of opportunities, including clubs, trips, and leadership roles such as "library leaders."
Areas to improve
- Staff must address "gaps and misunderstandings" in pupils’ learning more promptly to prevent children from moving on before they are ready.
- Support for some pupils in phonics needs to focus more sufficiently on their specific needs to help them remember taught sounds.
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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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