Crosscanonby St John's CofE School
Maryport, CA15 6RX · Cumberland · primary school
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108th of 119 primary schools in Cumberland we can score, 145 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.1/10 against 2,702 of them, against 0.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 1 | 40% | 0.03 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Crosscanonby St John's CofE School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 18.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 51 pupils against a stated capacity of 80. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in literacy? What specific steps are being taken to improve attainment in maths? How does the school engage parents in monitoring individual progress?
What Ofsted said about Crosscanonby St John's CofE School
Overview
Crosscanonby St John’s CofE School is rated ‘Good’ across all inspection categories. Pupils are described as “polite, well mannered and happy,” contributing to a “calm environment.” The school provides an “ambitious curriculum” with high aspirations, ensuring most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from “meaningful interactions” with staff and settle quickly into school life.
- The school offers “well considered trips” and adventurous activities that deepen subject understanding.
- Early reading is supported by a “clear programme,” with phonics books matching known sounds to build confidence.
- Governors have an “accurate understanding” of performance and carry out statutory duties effectively.
- Staff receive support for workload and well-being, including comprehensive training on subject curriculums.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of new subjects, staff require further training to embed curriculums so pupils develop sufficient “depth of knowledge.”
- Staff must more promptly identify and rectify “gaps and misconceptions” in pupils’ learning to prevent them moving on before they are ready.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 18% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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