Beckermet CofE School
Mill Lane, Beckermet, CA21 2YDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Beckermet CofE School is a primary school in Beckermet for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 178 schools in Cumberland. It ranks 31st of 111 primary schools in Cumberland. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2012.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 24 October 2012, report published 19 November 2012
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 23 March 2023
Pupils enjoy attending Beckermet CofE Primary School. They feel safe and happy. Children in the early years settle in well. This is because skilled staff help them to make a smooth start in the Reception class. Pupils behave well around the school and during lessons. They are well mannered and eagerly welcome visitors. Pupils readily uphold the school's values. They respect people of different faiths and backgrounds. Leaders and staff know pupils well. Pupils are confident that, if any bullying occurs, staff will act quickly to resolve it. Parents and carers who shared their views with inspectors spoke positively about the school. Parents said that they feel a valued part of their child's education. Leaders expect pupils to try their best and to work hard. Pupils easily live up to these expectations. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), have many opportunities to develop their skills and knowledge through the wide curriculum on offer. They are well prepared for the next stage of their education. Pupils benefit from a wealth of extra-curricular opportunities, including a variety of after-school clubs and activities. They enjoy reading. Pupils told inspectors that they enjoy borrowing books from the well-resourced library.
What the school should improve
- In a small number of subjects, some teachers do not know how well pupils have learned the most important concepts and vocabulary in the curriculum over time. From time to time, some pupils develop gaps in their knowledge. Leaders should ensure that, in these subjects, staff are equipped to check that pupils' knowledge is secure before introducing new learning.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
10 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
73 pupils on roll, with places for 105
Schools near Beckermet CofE School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornhill Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Bookwell Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 80% met the expected standard |
| St Bridget's Catholic Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 62% met the expected standard |
| Orgill Primary School | 3 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 46% met the expected standard |
| Seascale Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 55% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Claire Birkett
- Phone
- 01946841221
- Address
- Mill Lane, Beckermet, CA21 2YD
- Local authority
- Cumberland
- URN
- 112345
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.