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Keswick School
Vicarage Hill, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5QB, Cumberland
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
86.9 / 100
Top 13%
Better than 87% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,191
Capacity
1,229
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
97%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a strong LocaleIQ score, this secondary school demonstrates impressive academic performance, particularly with a GCSE Attainment 8 score in the top 22% nationally. Eighty percent of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, and a notable 62% progress to university, with 31% attending top-third institutions. While the school excels in many areas, it may be beneficial for parents to consider the specific pathways and support available for students aiming for higher grades.
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Last inspected: 23 April 2024Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 52.1 | Top 22% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 80% | Top 16% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 56% | Top 23% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 73% | Top 8% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 56% | Top 8% UK |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 62% | Above avg |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 31% | Top 20% |
Based on 148 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British90.5%
Mixed W+Asian2.4%
White Other2.0%
Asian Chinese1.2%
Mixed W+B African1.1%
Asian Indian0.7%
Mixed Other0.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.3%
Other0.3%
Black African0.3%
Asian Other0.2%
Black Other0.1%
White Irish0.1%
Location
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54.60810, -3.14654 · CA12 5QB
School details
Local authorityCumberland
RegionNorth West
URN136902
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.keswick.cumbria.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Keswick School rated by Ofsted?
Keswick School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 April 2024.
Is Keswick School a good school?
Keswick School scores 86.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 13% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Keswick School in GCSEs?
Keswick School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 52.1. 80% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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