Upperby Primary School

About Upperby Primary School

Upperby Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 349 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Upperby Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paula Burns, it falls under Cumberland local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11842nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 80th out of 111 in Cumberland.

Upperby Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 36 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Upperby Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Athletics, Netball, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Book Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Upperby 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.

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