Oughterside Primary School
71%
Capacity
60
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Oughterside Primary School
Oughterside Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 60 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oughterside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Kirkbride, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9135th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Oughterside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 10 applications for 4 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oughterside Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Oughterside 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 | None |
| Address | Aspatria, Wigton, Cumberland, CA7 2PY |
| Headteacher | Sarah Kirkbride |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 60 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.0% |
| School Capacity | 60 / 84 (71% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9135th of 13,686
Nationally
1307th of 2,065
In North West
54th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
0%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
10
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Aspatria, Wigton
Cumberland, CA7 2PY
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