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Hensingham Primary School

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Hensingham Primary School

Main Street, Whitehaven, CA28 8QZ

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Pupils
133
Ages
3-11
FSM
27.8%
Capacity
210
Ofsted
Good
Apr 2024

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
71.0%
Writing
71.0%
Maths
54.0%
RWM Combined
50.0%

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About Hensingham Primary School

Hensingham Primary School is a primary school in Whitehaven, Cumberland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 50% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 133 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Main Street, Whitehaven, CA28 8QZ | More schools in Cumberland

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Apr 2024 — Good
  2. Feb 2019 — Inadequate (predecessor: Hensingham Community Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Hensingham Primary School

What is Hensingham Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Hensingham Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Hensingham Primary School's latest exam results?
Hensingham Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 50% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Hensingham Primary School located?
Hensingham Primary School is a primary school in Whitehaven, Cumberland (CA28 8QZ).
How many pupils attend Hensingham Primary School?
Hensingham Primary School has around 133 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Hensingham Primary School with other schools?
View Hensingham Primary School'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.