Borrowdale CofE Primary School
URN: 112333 • Keswick CA12 5XG
Overview
- Name
- Borrowdale CofE Primary School
- URN
- 112333
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ralf Smits (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01768777686
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Borrowdale, Keswick CA12 5XG
Summary
Borrowdale CofE Primary School, located in Keswick, Cumberland, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed gender intake of 33 pupils, serving a capacity of 56. The school prides itself on small class sizes, typically around 10 pupils, which allows for excellent staff-to-student ratios and individualised support for each child's academic, social, and emotional development.
The school's ethos is rooted in Christian values, focusing on wisdom, hope, community, and dignity. Borrowdale aims to provide a rich and engaging curriculum that leverages its beautiful natural surroundings, encouraging outdoor learning and exploration. The headteacher emphasizes a commitment to high standards of behaviour and a fun, memorable learning experience, supported by a dedicated staff and governing body.
Community involvement is integral to the school's mission, fostering strong relationships with families and local residents. Borrowdale CofE Primary School seeks to equip pupils with the skills and confidence needed to thrive, preparing them to embrace future opportunities while nurturing a sense of belonging within the community.
The school's ethos is rooted in Christian values, focusing on wisdom, hope, community, and dignity. Borrowdale aims to provide a rich and engaging curriculum that leverages its beautiful natural surroundings, encouraging outdoor learning and exploration. The headteacher emphasizes a commitment to high standards of behaviour and a fun, memorable learning experience, supported by a dedicated staff and governing body.
Community involvement is integral to the school's mission, fostering strong relationships with families and local residents. Borrowdale CofE Primary School seeks to equip pupils with the skills and confidence needed to thrive, preparing them to embrace future opportunities while nurturing a sense of belonging within the community.
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Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 56
- Pupils
- 33
- Boys
- 20
- Girls
- 13
- FSM %
- 22.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 33 | 20 | 13 | 56 | 22.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 27 | 16 | 11 | 56 | 26.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 25 | 12 | 13 | 56 | 32.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 25 | 12 | 13 | 56 | 32.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 34 | 15 | 19 | 56 | 24.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 39 | 18 | 21 | 56 | 22.20 |
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