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Broughton Primary School Catchment Area

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

Broughton Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Cockermouth, Cumberland , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 142 pupils, and a capacity of 140 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

142

Pupils

140

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Broughton Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Broughton Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cumberland. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 142 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 140 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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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Broughton Primary School — School Information

Full address
Moor Road, Great Broughton, Cockermouth, CA13 0YT
Local authority
Cumberland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
9.8% of pupils
DfE URN
137513

Other Primary Schools in Cockermouth

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Broughton Primary School

Is Broughton Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Broughton Primary School currently has 142 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 140 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Broughton Primary School?

Admission to Broughton 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 Broughton Primary School cover?

Broughton Primary School is a primary school in Cockermouth, Cumberland, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Broughton Primary School?

Broughton Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.