St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Workington
Furness Road, Westfield, Workington, CA14 3PDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Workington is a primary school in Workington for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 178 schools in Cumberland. It ranks 90th of 111 primary schools in Cumberland. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 1 May 2019, report published 17 June 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 4 March 2025
Pupils enjoy school and attend often. They want to be here. This is because they have lots of friends, feel safe and enjoy their learning in different curriculum subjects. Pupils achieve well. This is because the school wants pupils to succeed. Pupils at the school develop important knowledge, beginning in the early years, such as how to play, think and talk. The school helps pupils understand their responsibilities to care about other people's needs such as by charitable fundraising. The school enables pupils to learn about the world of West Cumbria, the Lake District and beyond. Pupils benefit from their educational visits such as to museums, theatres, castles and cities. They are thrilled to assist the work of the school such as by being librarians or supporting other pupils' well-being. Pupils benefit from special events such as the school's 'big night in' to watch films, explore new activities and eat special snacks. Pupils listen to staff. They follow instructions well and are self-disciplined. Pupils understand the importance of following the school's clear behaviour charter. They recognise what bullying, including online, can look like. Pupils care for one another and show kindness and consideration.
What the school should improve
- Past weaknesses in the school's English curriculum have led to gaps in pupils' knowledge of spelling, punctuation and language rules. This affects the accuracy of pupils' work in some subjects. The school should ensure that staff's teaching of its recently revised English curriculum enables pupils to consistently achieve a high standard of writing.
- Sometimes, the school does not make sure that pupils understand fundamental British values and how families can be different. This makes it harder for pupils to be well prepared for life in modern society. The school should ensure that it builds pupils' knowledge of these important topics securely.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
30 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
183 pupils on roll, with places for 202
Schools near St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Workington
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Nursery and Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
| Victoria Infant and Nursery School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | Not published |
| Victoria Junior School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 29% met the expected standard |
| Ashfield Infant & Nursery School | 0.7 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
| Ashfield Junior School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 62% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- MATER CHRISTI MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Sheryl Slack
- Phone
- 01900606050
- Address
- Furness Road, Westfield, Workington, CA14 3PD
- Local authority
- Cumberland
- URN
- 149246
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.