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Bridekirk Dovenby CofE Primary School
Dovenby, Cumbria, Bridekirk Dovenby School, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0PG, Cumberland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
97.5 / 100
Top 3%
Better than 98% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
132
Capacity
150
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
88%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a strong Ofsted rating of Good, this primary school excels in academic performance, achieving 87% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, placing it in the top 5% nationally. Parent satisfaction is exceptionally high, with 100% recommending the school, reflecting a supportive community environment. Limited data on higher standards shows 20% of students achieving at this level, indicating room for growth in challenging students further.
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Last inspected: 21 January 2025Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 87% | Top 5% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 20% | Top 9% UK |
Parent View (81 responses)
★★★★★4.4
My child is happy
100%
Good range of subjects
100%
I'd recommend this school
100%
My child feels safe
99%
School keeps me informed
98%
My child makes good progress
98%
Progress is communicated
98%
School supports development
96%
School has high expectations
96%
Good range of extra-curricular
95%
Behaviour is good
93%
School responds to concerns
61%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British92.4%
Mixed W+Asian3.8%
Mixed Other2.3%
White Irish0.8%
White Other0.8%
Location
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54.68797, -3.38927 · CA13 0PG
School details
Local authorityCumberland
RegionNorth West
URN112270
School typeVoluntary controlled school
Frequently asked questions
What is Bridekirk Dovenby CofE Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Bridekirk Dovenby CofE Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 January 2025.
Is Bridekirk Dovenby CofE Primary School a good school?
Bridekirk Dovenby CofE Primary School scores 97.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 3% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Bridekirk Dovenby CofE Primary School?
Based on 81 Ofsted Parent View responses, Bridekirk Dovenby CofE Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 88% across all parent survey questions.
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