Bassenthwaite Primary School — Primary School in Keswick

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Bassenthwaite Primary School

Keswick, CA12 4QH

23 Pupils

49 Capacity

3–11 Age Range

13.00% FSM %

7 Boys

16 Girls

About Bassenthwaite Primary School

Located in Keswick (CA12 4QH), Bassenthwaite Primary School is a mixed-gender Primary school for pupils aged 3–11 with a Does not apply character, classified as Academies and situated within the local authority of Cumberland.

It has 23 pupils on roll. School capacity: 49. Current headteacher: Leanne Day.

Data for Bassenthwaite Primary School comes from the Department for Education's official establishment register. For the most up-to-date admissions or contact details, visit the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Cumberland
Region	North West
Administrative District	Cumberland
Parliamentary Constituency	Penrith and Solway
Ward	Bothel and Wharrels
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Does not apply
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	KESWICK SCHOOL MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Opened	01-01-2018
UKPRN	10066349
URN	145326
Data Last Updated	17-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (10)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Margaret Taylor	Chair of Local Governing Body	01/01/2023	31/12/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Mark Ainsworth	Local Governor	27/09/2021	27/09/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Leanne Day	Local Governor	01/09/2025	31/08/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mr John Freeman	Local Governor	01/09/2025	31/08/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Adrian Gurnett	Local Governor	01/10/2024	01/10/2028	Elected by parents
Mr Christopher Ingram	Local Governor	01/09/2022	31/08/2026	Elected by parents
Mrs Anneli Pickering	Local Governor	27/09/2021	27/09/2029	Elected by school staff
Mrs Sara Royle	Local Governor	01/09/2007	31/08/2025	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Margaret Taylor	Local Governor	01/01/2023	31/12/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Ms Louise Wright	Local Governor	18/05/2023	31/05/2027	Appointed by GB/board

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Bassenthwaite Primary School?

Bassenthwaite Primary School is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Keswick, Cumberland.

How many pupils does Bassenthwaite Primary School have?

Bassenthwaite Primary School has 23 pupils, with a capacity of 49.

What is the age range at Bassenthwaite Primary School?

Bassenthwaite Primary School caters for pupils aged 3 to 11.

Who is the headteacher at Bassenthwaite Primary School?

The Headteacher at Bassenthwaite Primary School is Mrs Leanne Day.

Where is Bassenthwaite Primary School located?

Bassenthwaite Primary School is at Bassenthwaite, Keswick, CA12 4QH, in the Cumberland local authority, North West.

Does Bassenthwaite Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Bassenthwaite Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Bassenthwaite Primary School currently open?

Bassenthwaite Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Leanne Day

Bassenthwaite, Keswick, CA12 4QH

01768776365

www.bassenthwaite.cumbria.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 145326

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026