Orgill Primary School
123%
Capacity
259
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Orgill Primary School
Orgill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 259 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (123% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Orgill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Holly Collins, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13010th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 96th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Orgill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 23 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Orgill Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cross Country, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Orgill Primary 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Southey Avenue, Egremont, Cumberland, CA22 2HH |
| Headteacher | Holly Collins |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 259 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.5% |
| School Capacity | 259 / 210 (123% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13010th of 13,686
Nationally
1945th of 2,065
In North West
96th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Southey Avenue, Egremont
Cumberland, CA22 2HH
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