Northside Primary School is celebrating after its most recent Ofsted inspection confirmed it remains a ‘Good’ school. Inspectors praised the school’s high standards, strong pastoral care, and commitment to pupils’ personal and academic success.
The inspection, carried out on 1st July 2025, concluded that the school has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.”
The published report is filled with positive reflections about the school’s work, with inspectors highlighting:
“The school has high expectations for pupils’ social and academic achievement. Pupils achieve well, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).”
“The pastoral support for pupils is a strength of the school.”
“Pupils are central to the decisions that trust and school leaders make.”
“Reading is a high priority across the school. Staff are trained to deliver the phonics programme effectively.”
“Relationships between pupils and adults are very positive. Pupils follow the school’s ‘3 Rs’, where respect is key.”
“The school places pupils’ personal development at the centre of its work.”
“Parents deeply value the school’s nurturing environment and the support it extends to families. Staff share this positive view, expressing pride in being part of a school that prioritises its pupils.”
Inspectors concluded that Northside Primary School continues to provide a nurturing and ambitious environment, where pupils are supported to thrive both academically and personally.
Gemma Brierley, Headteacher, commented on the wonderful report: “I am thrilled with the report, which is full of complementary comments about the school, our pupils, our staff and the education we offer. I am full of pride, knowing that the inspectors saw what we already know – that Northside Primary School is a very special place.”
If you would like to know more about Northside Primary School, you can visit their website at www.northside.cumbria.sch.uk. To arrange a visit or for further queries, you can contact the friendly team by calling 01900 62255 or emailing admin@northside.cumbria.sch.uk.
