Thomlinson Junior School
Wigton, CA7 9PG · Cumberland · primary school
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110th 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 4,143 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0/10 among them, against 2.0/10 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 | 46.0 · 14 | 62% | 0.85 |
| 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.
Thomlinson Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.0% 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%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0 out of 10 among them, against 2.0 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 227 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 core subjects? What specific strategies are used to help students reach the higher standard in maths? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Thomlinson Junior School
Overview
Thomlinson Junior School is described as a “calm, caring school” where pupils feel fortunate to belong. The inspection found that the school provides a high-quality education with strong leadership, resulting in good outcomes across all key judgement areas.
Strengths
- Pupils “live out” the school’s embedded values of “respect, tolerance, courage and responsibility” and interact happily.
- The curriculum is “ambitious” and carefully sequenced, with “reading [at] the heart” of the school through robust phonics support.
- Strong transition processes ensure pupils’ needs are met from day one, including tailored provision for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils enjoy “high-quality play” and a wide range of extra-curricular activities, contributing to their positive personal development.
- Staff morale is high, and governors provide “effective support and challenge” while considering staff workload.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, assessment systems are not used effectively enough to identify misconceptions or readiness for complex tasks, hindering timely adaptations to curriculum delivery.
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 | 36% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 46% |
| 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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