Cockermouth School

URN: 112381 • Cockermouth CA13 9HF

Overview

Name
Cockermouth School
URN
112381
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Geoff Walker (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Castlegate Drive, Cockermouth CA13 9HF

Summary

Cockermouth School is a mixed community secondary school located in Cockermouth, Cumbria, with a capacity of 1,363 students. The school is committed to providing an exceptional learning experience for all students, emphasising respect, confidence, and support. It aims to foster a positive environment where students can thrive academically and personally, with a strong focus on pastoral care and student well-being.

The school boasts impressive academic achievements, placing in the top 10% nationally for A Level results and the top 25% for GCSEs. This success is attributed to high-quality teaching and a robust support system that includes a dedicated pastoral team working closely with parents to maximise student potential.

Cockermouth School actively engages with the local community and offers various extracurricular activities to enrich students' educational experiences. The school hosts events such as Open Evenings and Mornings to assist Year 6 students transitioning to secondary education, ensuring that families have the necessary information and support during this important period.

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Key details

LA
Pre-LGR 2023 Cumbria
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1363
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2015-08-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1363
2024-09-11 1363
2023-09-11 1363
2022-09-11 1363
2021-09-11 1363
2020-09-11 1363

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