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Bookwell Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Bookwell Primary School is a community primary school in Egremont, Cumberland , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 194 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

194

Pupils

210

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Bookwell Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Bookwell Primary School is set by Cumberland and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 92% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Cumberland before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Bookwell Primary School — School Information

Full address
Bookwell, Egremont, CA22 2LT
Local authority
Cumberland
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
13.9% of pupils
DfE URN
112155

Other Primary Schools in Egremont

If Bookwell Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Egremont are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bookwell Primary School

Is Bookwell Primary School oversubscribed?

Bookwell Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Bookwell Primary School?

Admission to Bookwell Primary School is managed by Cumberland. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Bookwell Primary School cover?

Bookwell Primary School is a primary school in Egremont, Cumberland, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Bookwell Primary School?

Bookwell Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.