Wiggonby CofE School
86%
Capacity
62
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Wiggonby CofE School
Wiggonby CofE School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 62 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 72 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wiggonby CofE School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Brooks, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2709th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Wiggonby CofE School is a popular choice with families — it received 11 applications for 8 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
Wiggonby CofE School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.4/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wiggonby CofE School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Netball, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Wiggonby CofE 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Wiggonby, Wigton, Cumberland, CA7 0JR |
| Headteacher | Andrew Brooks |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 62 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.6% |
| School Capacity | 62 / 72 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 30 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2709th of 13,686
Nationally
375th of 2,065
In North West
14th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
11
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wiggonby, Wigton
Cumberland, CA7 0JR
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