Braithwaite CofE Primary School
URN: 142106 • Keswick CA12 5TD
Overview
- Name
- Braithwaite CofE Primary School
- URN
- 142106
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE GOOD SHEPHERD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jo Laker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01768778356
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Braithwaite, Keswick CA12 5TD
Summary
Braithwaite CofE Primary School is a small, mixed academy located in the village of Braithwaite, near Keswick, within the Lake District National Park. With a current enrolment of 44 pupils and a capacity of 98, the school prides itself on fostering a close-knit community where individual needs are well understood by staff. The school has received a 'good' rating from Ofsted, highlighting effective teaching and positive pupil behaviour, which contributes to their overall progress.
The school's ethos is rooted in Christian values, encapsulated in their vision of "Learning Together, Growing Together." This approach encourages pupils to develop a love for learning and respect for themselves, each other, and their environment. The curriculum is designed to promote confidence, resilience, and a sense of community, with opportunities for collaborative activities such as Buddy Reading and school trips.
Braithwaite CofE Primary also offers nursery places for 3 and 4-year-olds, with various sessions available, including a unique forest school experience. The school welcomes parents to engage with their community through events and encourages visits to explore the nurturing environment they provide.
The school's ethos is rooted in Christian values, encapsulated in their vision of "Learning Together, Growing Together." This approach encourages pupils to develop a love for learning and respect for themselves, each other, and their environment. The curriculum is designed to promote confidence, resilience, and a sense of community, with opportunities for collaborative activities such as Buddy Reading and school trips.
Braithwaite CofE Primary also offers nursery places for 3 and 4-year-olds, with various sessions available, including a unique forest school experience. The school welcomes parents to engage with their community through events and encourages visits to explore the nurturing environment they provide.
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- Governance Details (governance)
- Absence Forms (sen)
- Curriculum (other)
- News (other)
- Residentials (other)
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- Policies (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE GOOD SHEPHERD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 98
- Pupils
- 44
- Boys
- 24
- Girls
- 20
- FSM %
- 12.20
- Open date
- 2015-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 44 | 24 | 20 | 98 | 12.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 35 | 18 | 17 | 98 | 9.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 29 | 15 | 14 | 98 | 13.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 29 | 15 | 14 | 98 | 13.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 41 | 23 | 18 | 98 | 10.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 44 | 20 | 24 | 98 | 2.40 |
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