Nenthead Primary School — Primary School in Alston

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Nenthead Primary School

Alston, CA9 3LS

15 Pupils

28 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

6.70% FSM %

10 Boys

5 Girls

About Nenthead Primary School

Nenthead Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Alston, Westmorland and Furness, in the North West region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Does not apply character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 15 pupils on roll. School capacity: 28. Current headteacher: Rob Dawson.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Community school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Westmorland and Furness
Region	North West
Administrative District	Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary Constituency	Penrith and Solway
Ward	Alston and Fellside
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Does not apply
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10079816
URN	112116
Data Last Updated	07-07-2025

Governors & Trustees (9)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Richard Berry	Governor	16/05/2022	16/05/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Graham Carrick	Governor	27/09/2021	26/09/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Ms Patricia Davies	Governor	17/01/2022	17/01/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Rob Dawson	Governor	02/01/2024	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Kaj Hagerup	Governor	13/01/2023	13/01/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Ruth Harrison	Governor	23/01/2023	23/01/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Douglas Kimber	Governor	19/10/2023	18/10/2027	Elected by parents
Mr Martyn Worrall	Governor	30/01/2023	30/01/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Sheila Wyatt	Governor	07/09/2023	06/09/2027	Appointed by GB/board

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Nenthead Primary School?

Nenthead Primary School is a Community school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Alston, Westmorland and Furness.

How many pupils does Nenthead Primary School have?

Nenthead Primary School has 15 pupils, with a capacity of 28.

What is the age range at Nenthead Primary School?

Nenthead Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Who is the headteacher at Nenthead Primary School?

The Headteacher at Nenthead Primary School is Mr Rob Dawson.

Where is Nenthead Primary School located?

Nenthead Primary School is at Nenthead, Alston, CA9 3LS, in the Westmorland and Furness local authority, North West.

Does Nenthead Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Nenthead Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Nenthead Primary School currently open?

Nenthead Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Rob Dawson

Nenthead, Alston, CA9 3LS

01434381400

www.alstonmoorfederation.org.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 112116

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026