Ashfield Infant & Nursery School
102%
Capacity
205
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Ashfield Infant & Nursery School
Ashfield Infant & Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 201 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Amy Barclay, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
Ashfield Infant & Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 110 applications for 51 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashfield Infant & Nursery School include Library, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Cricket, Football, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Chess, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Ashfield Infant & Nursery School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Newlands Lane, Workington, Cumberland, CA14 3JG |
| Headteacher | Amy Barclay |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.6% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 201 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (13 Jun 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Dec 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
110
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Newlands Lane, Workington
Cumberland, CA14 3JG
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