Beckstone Primary School
Eadie Street, Beckstone Primary School, Workington, CA14 5PXOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Beckstone Primary School is a primary school in Workington for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 178 schools in Cumberland. It ranks 52nd of 111 primary schools in Cumberland. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in December 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 5 December 2023, report published 14 January 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 5 December 2023
Pupils are happy at Beckstone Primary School. They come to school eager to learn and are excited to see their friends and their teachers. Pupils are greeted warmly by staff as they arrive each day. They flourish in the welcoming and friendly environment across the school, including in the early years. The school has high expectations for all pupils' achievement. Pupils try their best in lessons and listen carefully to their teachers. They talk confidently about their learning and understand why education is important for their future lives. Most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well. Pupils behave well and are polite and well mannered. They speak articulately when sharing their own views. They also listen sensibly to opinions that are different to their own and respond in a considered way. Older pupils regularly help younger children and are positive role models for them. They make sure that everyone is welcome. Pupils appreciate the wide range of opportunities to participate in tournaments and festivals. They are proud to represent their school in a broad range of events, including boccia, table tennis, cross country, hockey, performing arts and singing. These experiences help pupils to develop their self-esteem and teamwork skills.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, and areas of learning in the early years, the school has not ensured that staff deliver the curriculum consistently well and as intended. As a result, some activity choices do not help pupils to develop and deepen their knowledge over time. The school should support staff to implement the intended curriculum consistently well.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
55 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
375 pupils on roll, with places for 372
Schools near Beckstone Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 69% met the expected standard |
| Westfield Nursery and Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 64% met the expected standard |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Workington | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 47% met the expected standard |
| Distington Community School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 9% met the expected standard |
| Victoria Infant and Nursery School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr David Warbrick
- Phone
- 01946830423
- Address
- Eadie Street, Beckstone Primary School, Workington, CA14 5PX
- Local authority
- Cumberland
- URN
- 134739
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.