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St Begh's Catholic Junior School

Coach Road, Whitehaven, CA28 7TE

Voluntary aided school · Ages 7–11 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Jul 2018

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Academic picture

47% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

79.0%

Writing

55.0%

Maths

66.0%

RWM Combined

47.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Monkwray Junior School

0.67 km away · Community school

Good

St Gregory and St Patrick's Catholic Infant School

0.78 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

St James' CofE Infant and Nursery School

0.83 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

St James' CofE Junior School

0.9 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

Jericho Primary School

1.02 km away · Community school

Good

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About St Begh's Catholic Junior School

St Begh's Catholic Junior School is a primary school in Whitehaven, Cumberland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2018 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 47% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 243 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Coach Road, Whitehaven, CA28 7TE | More schools in Cumberland

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Begh's Catholic Junior School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Sept 2023 — School remains Good
Jul 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Begh's Catholic Junior School

What is St Begh's Catholic Junior School's Ofsted rating?

St Begh's Catholic Junior School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2018 inspection.

What are St Begh's Catholic Junior School's latest exam results?

St Begh's Catholic Junior School: KS2 2024/25: 47% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Begh's Catholic Junior School located?

St Begh's Catholic Junior School is a primary school in Whitehaven, Cumberland (CA28 7TE).

How many pupils attend St Begh's Catholic Junior School?

St Begh's Catholic Junior School has around 243 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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