PrimaryData as of May 2026

St Matthew's CofE School

Westnewton, Wigton, CA7 3NT

Voluntary aided school

Church of England

Pupils

Ages

4-11

FSM

4.4%

Capacity

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

86.0%

Writing

71.0%

Maths

71.0%

RWM Combined

57.0%

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About St Matthew's CofE School

St Matthew's CofE School is a primary school in Wigton, Cumberland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 57% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 45 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Westnewton, Wigton, CA7 3NT | More schools in Cumberland

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Matthew's CofE School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2023 — Good
Jan 2022 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Nov 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about St Matthew's CofE School

What is St Matthew's CofE School's Ofsted rating?

St Matthew's CofE School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are St Matthew's CofE School's latest exam results?

St Matthew's CofE School: KS2 2024/25: 57% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is St Matthew's CofE School located?

St Matthew's CofE School is a primary school in Wigton, Cumberland (CA7 3NT).

How many pupils attend St Matthew's CofE School?

St Matthew's CofE School has around 45 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare St Matthew's CofE School with other schools?

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