St Bees School

URN: 145292 • CA27 0DS

Overview

Name
St Bees School
URN
145292
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
37.1 / 100
St Bees School building in

Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Keep (since 2025)
Telephone
01946828000
Website
Visit St Bees School website
Address
Wood Lane, CA27 0DS
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Summary

St Bees School, located in the picturesque Lake District, is an independent mixed school catering to students aged 11-18. With a rich heritage spanning over 440 years, the school combines traditional values with a forward-looking approach to education. Currently, it accommodates 102 pupils, with a capacity for 180, providing a supportive and nurturing environment for both day and boarding students.

The curriculum at St Bees is designed to equip students with essential skills for the future, including a strong emphasis on bilingual education, with Mandarin Chinese as the first foreign language. The school collaborates with Durham University to offer an innovative maths curriculum, enhancing students' learning experiences. Beyond academics, St Bees promotes character development through various extracurricular activities, including sports, music, art, and drama.

St Bees School fosters a close-knit community where families feel integrated into the school environment. Parents have reported positive transformations in their children, highlighting the school's commitment to personal growth and academic excellence. The school's ethos centres on preparing students for a rapidly changing world while maintaining a strong sense of community and support.

Key details

LA
Cumberland
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
180
Pupils
102
Boys
46
Girls
56
FSM %
Open date
2018-03-28
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 102 46 56 180
2024-09-11 119 54 65 180
2023-09-11 75 32 43 180 0.00
2022-09-11 75 32 43 180 0.00
2021-09-11 52 24 28 180
2020-09-11 15 6 9 180

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