Bassenthwaite Primary School
47%
Capacity
23
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Bassenthwaite Primary School
Bassenthwaite Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 23 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (47% of 49 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bassenthwaite Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leanne Day, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
Bassenthwaite Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 6 applications for 3 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bassenthwaite Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Bassenthwaite Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumberland, CA12 4QH |
| Headteacher | Leanne Day |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 23 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.0% |
| School Capacity | 23 / 49 (47% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Apr 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Feb 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
6
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bassenthwaite, Keswick
Cumberland, CA12 4QH
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