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Black Combe Junior School

Full Ofsted Report Requires Improvement 112 pupils Mixed Primary Cumberland www.blackcombe.cumbria.sch.uk Google Map Street View Last updated: Jul 2025

Black Combe Junior School is a primary located in Cumberland, LA18 5DT. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 7 to 11. It currently has approximately 112 pupils on roll.

Black Combe Junior School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a community school.

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School Information

Phase of Education: Primary

School Type: Community school

Gender: Mixed

Ages Taught: 7 to 11

Boarding: No boarders

Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes

Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form

Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural town and fringe

Religious Diocese: Not applicable

Local Authority: Cumberland

Enrollment & Capacity

School Capacity: 136

Number of Pupils: 112

Number of Boys: 49

Number of Girls: 63

Special Classes Code: 2

Percentage on Free School Meals: 34.8

Last Changed Date: 2025-02-11

Inspection Report Summary

About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.

Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement

Category of Concern: N/A

Quality of Education: Requires Improvement

Behaviour & Attitudes: Good

Personal Development: Good

Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement

Early Years Provision: Not Rated

Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated

Safeguarding Effective: Yes

Inspection Date: 2024-09-10

Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website

Contact

Headteacher: Dennison

Phone: 01229772862

Website: www.blackcombe.cumbria.sch.uk

Location: Moor Road

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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.

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      Frequently Asked Questions about Black Combe Junior School

      What is the Ofsted rating of Black Combe Junior School?

      Black Combe Junior School has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.

      What ages does Black Combe Junior School admit?

      Black Combe Junior School admits pupils from age 7 to 11.

      Is Black Combe Junior School a boys', girls', or mixed school?

      Black Combe Junior School is a mixed school.

      What type of school is Black Combe Junior School?

      Black Combe Junior School is a community school offering primary education.

      What is the crime rate near Black Combe Junior School?

      You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Black Combe Junior School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.

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