Bassenthwaite Primary School vs Gilsland CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 53 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bassenthwaite Primary School
Keswick · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
24 students
Gilsland CofE Primary School
Brampton · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
18 students
| Measure | Bassenthwaite Primary School Keswick, North West | Gilsland CofE Primary School Brampton, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 61 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 24 | 18 |
| Pupils on roll | 24 | 18 |
| Free school meals | 16.7% | 22.2% |
| Capacity filled | 49% | 31.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Keswick | Brampton |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.bassenthwaite.cumbria.sch.uk | www.gilsland.cumbria.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Bassenthwaite Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (60.8 vs 46.5).
- •Bassenthwaite Primary School is the larger school with 24 students compared with 18.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bassenthwaite Primary School better than Gilsland CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Bassenthwaite Primary School ranks higher (60.8 vs 46.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bassenthwaite Primary School and Gilsland CofE Primary School?
About 53 km in a straight line, between Keswick and Brampton in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bassenthwaite Primary School: 24. Gilsland CofE Primary School: 18. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bassenthwaite Primary School and Gilsland CofE Primary School rank in North West?
Bassenthwaite Primary School is unranked and Gilsland CofE Primary School is unranked among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).