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Boltons CofE School

Boltons CofE School

Cumberland, CA7 8PAPrimary School·Ages 4-11
GoodQuality of Ed.

93%

Capacity

78

Pupils

1.5x

Demand

About Boltons CofE School

Boltons CofE School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 78 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 84 places).

Ofsted has rated Boltons CofE School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Pitcher, it falls under Cumberland local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8342nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 111 in Cumberland.

Boltons CofE School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 17 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.

Boltons CofE School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (23 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Boltons CofE School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Drama, Book Club and 2 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Boltons CofE 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterChurch of England
AddressBolton Low Houses, Wigton, Cumberland, CA7 8PA
HeadteacherAmanda Pitcher
Local AuthorityCumberland
Number of Pupils78
Free School Meals (FSM)2.6%
School Capacity78 / 84 (93% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

3 Jun 2025
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Quality of Education

Good

Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade

Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 8 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)

8342nd of 13,686

Nationally

Top 61%

1195th of 2,065

In North West

Top 58%

45th of 111

In Cumberland

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

58%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:67%
Higher:25%
Writing
Expected:75%
Higher:0%
MathsAvg Score: 104
Expected:75%
Higher:0%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

Ofsted Parent View

23 responses

Would Recommend This School

100%Excellent
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
SEND support
0%
Bullying dealt with
17%
Concerns dealt with
56%
Strengths95%+ agree
Happy at schoolFeels safeWell behaved pupilsAware of curriculumHigh expectationsChild does wellProgress updatesSubject rangeClubs & activitiesPersonal development

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearing

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
ICT SuiteSports HallPlaying FieldsForest SchoolOutdoor PlaygroundChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

11

Sports

GymnasticsFootballCricketRoundersDance

Clubs & Activities

ChessFilm ClubDramaBook ClubGardeningArt Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

17

Applications

25

Balanced

Applications roughly match available places

Applications to places ratio1.5x
0x1x2x3x5x+

17 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Boltons CofE School

Boltons CofE School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01697342217www.boltons.cumbria.sch.uk

Bolton Low Houses, Wigton

Cumberland, CA7 8PA

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Bolton Low Houses, Wigton

Cumberland, CA7 8PA

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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