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Valley Primary School and Nursery

Whinlatter Road, Whitehaven, CA28 8DA

Community school

Pupils

288

Ages

3-11

FSM

36.2%

Capacity

294

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2015

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

39.0%

Writing

73.0%

Maths

55.0%

RWM Combined

36.0%

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About Valley Primary School and Nursery

Valley Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Whitehaven, Cumberland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2015 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 36% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 288 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Whinlatter Road, Whitehaven, CA28 8DA | More schools in Cumberland

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Valley Primary School and Nursery, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2024 — School remains Good
Mar 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Valley Primary School and Nursery

What is Valley Primary School and Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Valley Primary School and Nursery received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2015 inspection.

What are Valley Primary School and Nursery's latest exam results?

Valley Primary School and Nursery: KS2 2024/25: 36% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Valley Primary School and Nursery located?

Valley Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Whitehaven, Cumberland (CA28 8DA).

How many pupils attend Valley Primary School and Nursery?

Valley Primary School and Nursery has around 288 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Valley Primary School and Nursery with other schools?

View Valley Primary School and Nursery's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Cumberland.