St Herbert's CofE (VA) Primary and Nursery School

URN: 134789 • Keswick CA12 4HZ

Overview

Name
St Herbert's CofE (VA) Primary and Nursery School
URN
134789
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael Craig (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01768773017
Website
Visit
Address
Trinity Way, Keswick CA12 4HZ

Summary

St Herbert's Church of England Primary and Nursery School, located in Keswick, Cumberland, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to a mixed-gender population of 258 pupils, with a capacity of 305. The school is committed to providing high standards of teaching and learning, emphasising both academic achievement and the personal, social, spiritual, and physical development of each child. The school motto, "Learn to love, as we love to learn," reflects its ethos of nurturing a supportive and caring environment.

The curriculum at St Herbert's is enriched by a variety of extra-curricular activities, including residential visits and creative arts experiences, aimed at fostering a well-rounded education. The dedicated staff strive to meet the individual needs of every pupil, ensuring their well-being alongside their academic progress.

St Herbert's is deeply rooted in its community, drawing inspiration from the historical figure of St Herbert, known for his devotion and spiritual life. This connection to local heritage enhances the school's identity and reinforces its commitment to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for all students.

Key details

LA
Cumberland
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
305
Pupils
258
Boys
125
Girls
133
FSM %
6.40
Open date
2005-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 258 125 133 305 6.40
2024-09-11 281 132 149 305 8.20
2023-09-11 296 151 145 258 8.70
2022-09-11 296 151 145 258 8.70
2021-09-11 302 153 149 258 9.50
2020-09-11 318 166 152 258 6.60

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