St Michael's Nursery and Infant School
81%
Capacity
110
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About St Michael's Nursery and Infant School
St Michael's Nursery and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 110 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 136 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Michael's Nursery and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Candice Regan, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
St Michael's Nursery and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 24 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
St Michael's Nursery and Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (50 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Michael's Nursery and Infant School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Dance, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, St Michael's Nursery and Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Station Road, Workington, Cumberland, CA14 2UY |
| Headteacher | Candice Regan |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 110 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.9% |
| School Capacity | 110 / 136 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
50 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Station Road, Workington
Cumberland, CA14 2UY
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