Beacon Hill Community School
URN: 112375 • Wigton CA7 3EZ
Overview
- Name
- Beacon Hill Community School
- URN
- 112375
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 48.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tom Hailwood (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01697320509
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Market Square, Wigton CA7 3EZ
Summary
Beacon Hill Community School is a mixed community secondary school located in Wigton, Cumbria, with a current enrolment of 137 students and a capacity of 350. The school prides itself on its small size, which allows for personalized learning tailored to each student’s needs. This approach fosters academic and life skills essential for students to become confident and resilient individuals.
As part of the Cumbria Futures Federation, Beacon Hill collaborates with Solway Community School to enhance educational opportunities. The school emphasizes high-quality teaching and a supportive environment, ensuring that every student is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of the school revolves around developing moral courage and integrity, preparing students to be positive contributors to their families and communities.
The school has received a 'Good' rating in recent Ofsted inspections, reflecting its commitment to maintaining high academic standards alongside robust pastoral care. Beacon Hill Community School aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where all students can thrive and succeed.
As part of the Cumbria Futures Federation, Beacon Hill collaborates with Solway Community School to enhance educational opportunities. The school emphasizes high-quality teaching and a supportive environment, ensuring that every student is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of the school revolves around developing moral courage and integrity, preparing students to be positive contributors to their families and communities.
The school has received a 'Good' rating in recent Ofsted inspections, reflecting its commitment to maintaining high academic standards alongside robust pastoral care. Beacon Hill Community School aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where all students can thrive and succeed.
Nearby alternatives
- The Nelson Thomlinson School (67.3)
- Solway Community School (50.3)
Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 350
- Pupils
- 137
- Boys
- 72
- Girls
- 65
- FSM %
- 37.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 137 | 72 | 65 | 350 | 37.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 141 | 71 | 70 | 350 | 35.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 150 | 84 | 66 | 350 | 27.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 150 | 84 | 66 | 350 | 27.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 145 | 84 | 61 | 350 | 34.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 126 | 72 | 54 | 350 | 39.70 |
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