The Nelson Thomlinson School Catchment Area
The Nelson Thomlinson School is a voluntary controlled secondary school in Wigton, Cumberland , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1160 pupils. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–18
Age range
1,160
Pupils
Good
Ofsted 2023
The Nelson Thomlinson School Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at The Nelson Thomlinson School are allocated by Cumberland using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Cumberland before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Cumberland catchment area documents →The Nelson Thomlinson School — School Information
- Full address
- High Street, Wigton, CA7 9PX
- Local authority
- Cumberland
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–18 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 13.6% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 112397
Other Secondary Schools in Wigton
If The Nelson Thomlinson School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Wigton are the next closest alternatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions — The Nelson Thomlinson School
Is The Nelson Thomlinson School oversubscribed? ▾
The Nelson Thomlinson School has a capacity of N/A places and currently has 1160 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Cumberland.
What is the admissions policy for The Nelson Thomlinson School? ▾
Admission to The Nelson Thomlinson School is managed by Cumberland. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.
What age range does The Nelson Thomlinson School cover? ▾
The Nelson Thomlinson School is a secondary school in Wigton, Cumberland, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for The Nelson Thomlinson School? ▾
The Nelson Thomlinson School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.