St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary controlled school |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | High Street Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 7PZ |
| Reference Number | 112297 |
St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School has maintained its good overall judgement following an ungraded inspection. Inspectors highlighted that the school is highly ambitious for its pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and that students typically achieve exceptionally well across the curriculum. The positive school environment fosters strong relationships between pupils and adults, contributing to a nurturing atmosphere where children are eager to attend school and engage in their studies. The next inspection is anticipated to be a graded one, potentially reflecting an outstanding standard based on current evidence.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 125 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.8%
Girls: 47.2% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 10.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 11.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 22.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 18 | 17 | 35 |
| 2 | 21 | 15 | 36 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 83.2% |
| African | 4% |
| White, Other | 2.4% |
| Unclassified | 2.4% |
| Chinese | 1.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.6% |
| Indian | 0.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.8% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 27 Mar 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 27 Mar 2024 | School inspection |
| 12 Dec 2018 | Short inspection |
| 11 Mar 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 15 Oct 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Oct 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 19 Sep 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils thrive in a warm and nurturing environment.
- High ambition for all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Impeccable behavior and a strong sense of respect and kindness among pupils.
- Effective teaching that ensures pupils gain the knowledge necessary for confident learning.
- Strong emphasis on reading, with diverse and engaging resources available.
- High motivation among pupils to learn and succeed.
- Wide range of after-school clubs and activities promoting broader development.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 21 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 16 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St James' CofE Junior School
Wellington Row, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7HG |
0.07 miles |
|
St Begh's Catholic Junior School
Coach Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7TE |
0.52 miles |
|
Bransty Primary School
Mona Road, Bransty, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6EG |
0.59 miles |
|
Monkwray Junior School
Monkwray Brow, Monkwray Junior School, Monkwray Brow, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9DT |
0.87 miles |
|
Jericho Primary School
Windsor Court, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6UX |
0.9 miles |
|
St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School
Esk Avenue, Corkickle, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8AJ |
0.98 miles |
|
Kells Infant School
High Road, Kells, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PQ |
1.2 miles |
|
Hensingham Primary School
Main Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8QZ |
1.25 miles |
|
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
High Road, Kells, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PG |
1.28 miles |
|
St Bridget's CofE School
Main Street, Parton, St Bridget's Ce School, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6NY |
1.33 miles |
|
Moresby Primary School
School Brow, Moresby Parks, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8UX |
1.41 miles |
|
Valley Primary School and Nursery
Whinlatter Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8DA |
1.68 miles |
|
Lowca Community School
Lowca, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6QS |
2.29 miles |
|
Moor Row Community Primary School
School Street, Moor Row, Cumbria, CA24 3JW |
3.04 miles |
|
Distington Community School
Church Road, Distington, Church Rd, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 5TE |
3.64 miles |
|
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Todholes Road, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5DG |
3.74 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Yeathouse Road, Frizington, Cumbria, CA26 3PX |
3.74 miles |
|
Frizington Community Primary School
Main Street, Frizington, Cumbria, CA26 3PF |
3.79 miles |
|
Montreal CofE Primary School
Ennerdale Road, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5LW |
3.81 miles |
|
Frizington Nursery School
Main Street, Frizington, CA26 3PF |
3.81 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
St Benedict's Catholic High School
Red Lonning, Hensingham, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8UG |
1.06 miles |
|
Mayfield School
Campus Whitehaven, Red Lonning, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8UG |
1.16 miles |
|
The Whitehaven Academy
Cleator Moor Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8TY |
1.35 miles |
|
St Bees School
Wood Lane, St Bees, Cumbria, CA27 0DS |
3.89 miles |
|
Lakes College - West Cumbria
Hallwood Road, Lillyhall Business Park, Lillyhall, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 4JN |
4.53 miles |