Eaglesfield Paddle CofE Primary Academy
Cockermouth, CA13 0QY · Cumberland · primary school
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10th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,369 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.1/10 among them, against 8.3/10 nationally. 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 22.0 · 94 | 25% | 2.35 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Eaglesfield Paddle CofE Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 22.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.1 out of 10 among them, against 8.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in hockey, netball, tag rugby, rounders, kayaking, paddle boarding, sailing, and swimming.
Getting in
The published school roll is 193 pupils against a stated capacity of 262. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading? How are the various sports clubs scheduled during the school day?
What Ofsted said about Eaglesfield Paddle CofE Primary Academy
Overview
Pupils are described as “friendly, polite and kind,” contributing to a “calm and respectful atmosphere” where they feel valued. The school delivers an “ambitious curriculum” with “high aspirations” for all pupils, resulting in most achieving well. Inspectors found that pupils are “exceptionally well prepared for life in modern Britain” through a strong personal development programme.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “remarkably well” behaviour and “extremely positive relationships with staff.”
- The curriculum is “designed... in detail,” helping pupils “make links between the broad range of subjects.”
- Reading has a “high profile,” with staff ensuring books are “well matched to the sounds that they already know.”
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “skilfully” supported to learn alongside peers.
- Pupils flourish through “impressive range of opportunities” including clubs, residential trips, and leadership roles.
Areas to improve
- Staff must “rectify the gaps and misconceptions in some pupils’ knowledge quickly enough” to prevent pupils moving on before they are ready.
- The school should ensure pupils “successfully embed the knowledge that they need to achieve as well as they should.”
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 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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