Wiggonby CofE School
Wiggonby, Wigton, CA7 0JROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Wiggonby CofE School is a primary school in Wigton for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 178 schools in Cumberland. It ranks 11th of 111 primary schools in Cumberland. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 2 April 2014, report published 30 April 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 14 November 2023
Pupils are polite and well mannered. They are excellent ambassadors for the school. Pupils enjoy respectful relationships with each other and with staff. The school cares deeply about pupils' mental health and well-being. Pupils are happy. Pupils, including children in the early years, respond well to the high expectations that the school has of their achievement. Most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well. The school's eco council provides pupils with opportunities to improve their local environment. They learn to plant trees and to grow flowers and vegetables. Pupils are proud of their recent success in a community gardening competition. Pupils become more confident and resilient through the extra responsibilities that they are given. For example, by acting as buddies, lunchtime servers and playground leaders. Staff support pupils well to develop into independent young people. Pupils have opportunities to take part in clubs, including choir and multi-skills. They attend events, such as inter- school sports competitions. These experiences help pupils to develop their talents and interests. Pupils enjoy taking part in outdoor and adventurous activities during residential trips. Visits to museums and major cities help pupils to deepen their understanding of the subjects that they study.
What the school should improve
- In a small number of subjects, the school has only recently identified the important information that pupils should learn. As a result, some pupils do not have sufficient depth of knowledge in these subjects. The school should embed the curriculum in these areas to ensure that pupils achieve as well as they should.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
8 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
61 pupils on roll, with places for 72
Schools near Wiggonby CofE School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Orton Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Kirkbampton CofE School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| Thursby Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 74% met the expected standard |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 91% met the expected standard |
| Rosley CofE School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Andrew Brooks
- Phone
- 01697342752
- Address
- Wiggonby, Wigton, CA7 0JR
- Local authority
- Cumberland
- URN
- 112309
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.