Victoria Infant and Nursery School
94%
Capacity
300
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Victoria Infant and Nursery School
Victoria Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 300 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 320 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Victoria Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Hepburn-Fish, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
Victoria Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 44 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
Victoria Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (29 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Victoria Infant and Nursery School include Forest School, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Victoria Infant and Nursery 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 | Islay Place, Workington, Cumberland, CA14 3XB |
| Headteacher | Victoria Hepburn-Fish |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 300 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.2% |
| School Capacity | 300 / 320 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
29 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Islay Place, Workington
Cumberland, CA14 3XB
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