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Cockermouth School Catchment Area

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

Cockermouth School is a academy converter secondary school in Cockermouth, Cumberland , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1285 pupils, and a capacity of 1363 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,285

Pupils

1,363

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Cockermouth School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Cockermouth 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.

Operating near capacity: 94% 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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Cockermouth School — School Information

Full address
Castlegate Drive, Cockermouth, CA13 9HF
Local authority
Cumberland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
14.9% of pupils
DfE URN
142306

Frequently Asked Questions — Cockermouth School

Is Cockermouth School oversubscribed?

Cockermouth School is operating close to its capacity of 1363 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Cockermouth School?

Admission to Cockermouth 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 Cockermouth School cover?

Cockermouth School is a secondary school in Cockermouth, Cumberland, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Cockermouth School?

Cockermouth School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.