Bookwell Primary School
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Bookwell Primary School
Bookwell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Russell Hardy, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1742nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Bookwell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 29 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bookwell Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Netball, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Bookwell 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bookwell, Egremont, Cumberland, CA22 2LT |
| Headteacher | Russell Hardy |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.9% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)
1742nd of 13,686
Nationally
220th of 2,065
In North West
7th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
79%
Expected Standard
10%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bookwell, Egremont
Cumberland, CA22 2LT
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