Beckermet CofE School
68%
Capacity
71
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Beckermet CofE School
Beckermet CofE School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 71 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Beckermet CofE School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Birkett, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10530th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 65th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Beckermet CofE School is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 11 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beckermet CofE School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Coding, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Beckermet CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Mill Lane, Beckermet, Cumberland, CA21 2YD |
| Headteacher | Claire Birkett |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 71 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.8% |
| School Capacity | 71 / 105 (68% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10530th of 13,686
Nationally
1547th of 2,065
In North West
65th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
18
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mill Lane, Beckermet
Cumberland, CA21 2YD
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