Victoria Junior School

About Victoria Junior School

Victoria Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 312 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 330 places).

Ofsted has rated Victoria Junior School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Pauline Robertson, it falls under Cumberland local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 27% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13395th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 106th out of 111 in Cumberland.

Victoria Junior School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 72% recommending the school (25 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Victoria Junior School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Athletics, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Art Club, Gardening and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Victoria Junior 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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