Frizington Nursery School
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Capacity
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About Frizington Nursery School
Frizington Nursery School is one of just three state nursery schools in Cumberland, a local authority where no nursery has achieved an Outstanding Ofsted rating. This places the school in a small but significant group serving the county's youngest learners. Headteacher Charlotte Oddie leads a mixed-gender nursery for children aged three to five, with a current roll of 41 pupils. The school's most recent graded inspection, in 2012, rated it Good overall, and an ungraded inspection in 2023 confirmed it remains Good. Leadership and management were also judged Good. The school's early years provision was rated 2 (Good) in its previous inspection back in 2010, showing consistent quality over time. With no Outstanding nurseries in the LA, Frizington sits among the top tier of early years provision in Cumberland, alongside its two unnamed peers.
Academic outcomes at nursery level are not measured by the same metrics as primary or secondary schools, so there are no Progress 8 scores, KS2 SATs results, or A-Level data to report. Instead, the school's quality is assessed through Ofsted's early years framework. The 2023 ungraded inspection confirmed the school continues to meet the Good standard set in 2012, with leadership and management also rated Good. The school's focus on early development is supported by targeted SEND provisions for speech, language and communication needs, as well as autistic spectrum disorder. These provisions suggest the nursery is well-equipped to support children with additional needs from the outset, though no specific data on the proportion of pupils with SEND is available. Parents considering the school can rely on its sustained Good rating across two inspections spanning over a decade.
The school offers a range of facilities that support its early years curriculum, including an outdoor playground, art studios, a sensory room, music rooms, a forest school area, and a chapel. Sports provision includes dance, swimming, and gymnastics, while extracurricular clubs cover art, gardening, and eco activities. These resources are notable for a small nursery of 41 pupils and suggest a broad, hands-on approach to learning. The school does not offer boarding and is a state-funded nursery, so fees are not applicable. For families in Cumberland seeking a nursery with a strong track record of Good provision, dedicated SEND support, and a varied set of facilities and activities, Frizington Nursery School represents a solid local option. Its small size may appeal to parents looking for a more intimate setting for their child's first school experience.
Key Details
| School Type | Nursery (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 5 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Main Street, Frizington, Cumberland, CA26 3PF |
| Headteacher | Charlotte Oddie |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 41 |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jan 2013. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
6Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Class profile
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Below most schools — predominantly English as first language.
Ethnic background
- White British90.2%
- Mixed2.4%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
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Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
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3
Total schools
2
Oversubscribed
2
Primary
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Contact Information
Main Street, Frizington
Cumberland, CA26 3PF
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