Beaconside CofE Primary School

Beaconside CofE Primary School: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Beaconside CofE Primary School's overall effectiveness to be?

Ofsted judged Beaconside CofE Primary School's overall effectiveness as Good at its inspection in March 2016 (last graded inspection), and an ungraded inspection in June 2024 confirmed it, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend Beaconside CofE Primary School?

Beaconside CofE Primary School has 445 pupils on roll.

What ages does Beaconside CofE Primary School take?

Beaconside CofE Primary School admits pupils aged 3 to 11.

Where is Beaconside CofE Primary School located?

Beaconside CofE Primary School is located in Penrith, CA11 8EN, Westmorland and Furness.

How do I apply to Beaconside CofE Primary School?

Beaconside CofE Primary School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

Does Beaconside CofE Primary School have a religious character?

Yes — Beaconside CofE Primary School has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

How close do you need to live to get into Beaconside CofE Primary School?

Distance did not decide places at Beaconside CofE Primary School for 2026-27 (Reception): every applicant who applied on time was offered a place, so there was no cut-off distance. This changes year to year; check the current year's figures before relying on it.

What is the largest ethnic background at Beaconside CofE Primary School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 78% of pupils at Beaconside CofE Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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