BRAITHWAITE COFE VA PRIMARY SCHOOL in Cumbria, Keswick

Education Centre Information: Braithwaite CofE VA Primary School:

Establishment Type:Voluntary Aided School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Cumbria
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Village - sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Church of England
Diocese: Diocese of Carlisle
Nursery Provider: Has Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 102
Number of boys: 48
Number of girls: 54
Age Range: 3-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Braithwaite is a Church of England Primary School for pupils' aged three to 11 years. The school is situated in the attractive village of Braithwaite. It has a wonderful setting in the northern heart of the Lake District nestling between Skiddaw, Grisedale Pike and Derwent Water. The school is surrounded by some of Britain's most beautiful mountains, lakes, woods, streams and valleys. Dance, team games, swimming and athletics are included in the long-term programme of study. The school participates in a large number of local events as well as running clubs. The school has extensive playing fields within the school grounds as well as immediate access to the local fells, valleys, woods and rivers. It provides a wide range of Extra-curricular clubs and musical experiences. The school has won the Keswick Schools Design and Technology Challenge. The school aims to provide a caring and happy Christian environment where all individuals are able to fulfil their potential whatever their talents.