Cockermouth School

About Cockermouth School

Cockermouth School is a high-performing, truly comprehensive school serving a large catchment area in the north-west of Cumbria. Our school is popular and highly regarded and we value our place at the heart of our local community. We aim to be the best school we can be, endeavour to make the school experience enjoyable and inspiring.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Richard King

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

75.6

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

51.4

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.23

Progress 8

Above average

54.6%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

76.4%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

51.4% entered EBacc

42.1% achieved EBacc

216 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Sarah K Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 10, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Experience So Far"

My daughter is in year 7 and is still finding her feet at Cockermouth School. The teachers seem very knowledgeable and enthusiastic, but the school's administration can be a bit confusing at times. We are hoping that things will improve as she gets more settled. So far, it's been a mixed experience.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Emily J Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School with Great Values"

My daughter is in year 9 and has been at Cockermouth School for 3 years now. She has always felt supported and encouraged by the teachers and staff. The school's values of aspire, enjoy, include, respect and community are truly embedded in every aspect of school life. We are proud to be a part of the school community!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David T Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 15, 2022

4.0

"Great Facilities and Teachers"

My son left Cockermouth School 2 years ago but I still have great memories of his time there. The school has excellent facilities, including the sports centre and music rooms. The teachers were all very supportive and helped my son achieve his potential. We would definitely recommend the school to any families in the area.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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