St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary aided school |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Esk Avenue Corkickle Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 8AJ |
| Reference Number | 112355 |
St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School is a good school where pupils are happy and engaged in their learning. The school has high expectations for all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), and has successfully implemented a broad curriculum that supports pupils from early years through to Year 2. Notable strengths include the nurturing environment that prioritizes personal development and physical health, as well as a strong emphasis on building good relationships among pupils and staff. The school has made significant strides in improving attendance since the last inspection, demonstrating a commitment to enhance the overall school experience for all pupils.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 202 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50%
Girls: 50% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 12.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 23.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 | 25 | 53 |
| 2 | 21 | 23 | 44 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 94.6% |
| Indian | 3% |
| African | 1% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.5% |
| Asian, Other | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 19 Mar 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 19 Mar 2024 | School inspection: |
| 19 Dec 2018 | Short inspection |
| 25 Sep 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Apr 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Jan 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations for pupil achievement.
- Nurturing environment that fosters positive relationships.
- Effectively supports pupils with SEND.
- Broad and ambitious curriculum.
- Strong emphasis on reading with a successful phonics program.
- Prioritizes personal development and physical health.
- Improved attendance strategies and outcomes.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects lack clarity on essential knowledge and sequencing.
- Learning activities do not consistently allow pupils to practise and apply their skills.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 15 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 7 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St Begh's Catholic Junior School
Coach Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7TE |
0.49 miles |
|
Monkwray Junior School
Monkwray Brow, Monkwray Junior School, Monkwray Brow, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9DT |
0.49 miles |
|
Jericho Primary School
Windsor Court, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6UX |
0.53 miles |
|
Hensingham Primary School
Main Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8QZ |
0.54 miles |
|
Valley Primary School and Nursery
Whinlatter Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8DA |
0.7 miles |
|
Kells Infant School
High Road, Kells, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PQ |
0.78 miles |
|
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
High Road, Kells, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9PG |
0.83 miles |
|
St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School
High Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7PZ |
0.98 miles |
|
St James' CofE Junior School
Wellington Row, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7HG |
1.01 miles |
|
Bransty Primary School
Mona Road, Bransty, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6EG |
1.53 miles |
|
Moresby Primary School
School Brow, Moresby Parks, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8UX |
1.96 miles |
|
Moor Row Community Primary School
School Street, Moor Row, Cumbria, CA24 3JW |
2.13 miles |
|
St Bridget's CofE School
Main Street, Parton, St Bridget's Ce School, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6NY |
2.26 miles |
|
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
Todholes Road, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5DG |
2.98 miles |
|
Montreal CofE Primary School
Ennerdale Road, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5LW |
3.09 miles |
|
Cleator Moor Nursery School
Ennerdale Road, Cleator Moor, CA25 5LW |
3.13 miles |
|
Lowca Community School
Lowca, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6QS |
3.21 miles |
|
St Bees Village Primary School
Main Street, St Bees, Cumbria, CA27 0AA |
3.35 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Yeathouse Road, Frizington, Cumbria, CA26 3PX |
3.45 miles |
|
Frizington Community Primary School
Main Street, Frizington, Cumbria, CA26 3PF |
3.54 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
St Benedict's Catholic High School
Red Lonning, Hensingham, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8UG |
0.81 miles |
|
The Whitehaven Academy
Cleator Moor Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8TY |
0.83 miles |
|
Mayfield School
Campus Whitehaven, Red Lonning, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 8UG |
0.98 miles |
|
St Bees School
Wood Lane, St Bees, Cumbria, CA27 0DS |
2.99 miles |
|
West Lakes Academy
Main Street, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2DQ |
4.12 miles |