Northside Primary School Continues to Shine in Ofsted Inspection

Northside Primary School is celebrating after its most recent Ofsted inspection confirmed it remains a ‘Good’ school. Inspectors praised the school’s high standards, strong pastoral care, and commitment to pupils’ personal and academic success. The inspection, carried out on 1st July 2025, concluded that the school has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified…

A Night of Student Excellence and Recognition: Inaugural CET Student Excellence Awards

Quick Links The Winners Highlights Video Event Photographs Photobooth Photos A night of celebration, inspiration and pride took centre stage at the Cumbria Education Trust (CET) Student Excellence Awards, held on Thursday 10th July. The inaugural event, held at The Garden at Eden, recognised and honoured students who have gone above and beyond in demonstrating…

INSET Day – April 2025

Following a well-deserved Easter break, our schools came together for a valuable opportunity to regroup and refocus during our April INSET Day. Traditionally, this day is dedicated to professional development across the trust – and this year was no different. Spread across our five secondary schools, staff worked within departments to network, collaborate, and share…

Year 6 Strategy Planning: Strengthening Outcomes Through Collaboration

Representations from across all 12 primary schools in Cumbria Education Trust recently gathered for a dedicated Year 6 strategy planning day, reinforcing their commitment to improving outcomes for children. Held once per term, these sessions provide an essential opportunity to reflect on current strategies, refine approaches, and ensure every child receives the best possible support…

World Book Day 2025

From the moment the school doors opened, students arrived dressed as beloved literary characters, bringing a vibrant mix of classic heroes, fairy-tale figures, and modern favourites to life. The enthusiasm was infectious, with staff joining in the fun, sparking conversations about books and encouraging students to explore new stories. The day was a resounding success,…

Year 2 Skills Showcase in the Sun!

CET Year 2 Multi-Skills Festival 2025 On Wednesday 19th March 2025, Cumbria Education Trust (CET) hosted its Year 2 Multi-Skills Festival at Workington Academy, bringing together students from our CET primary schools for a dynamic day of sport, teamwork, and fun. Pupils from Castle Carrock Primary School, Caldew Lea Primary School, Hensingham Primary School, Longtown…

Internet Safety Day 2025

‘Too good to be true? Protecting yourself and others from scams online’ was the theme of this year’s Safer Internet Day, marked by all CET schools. Each school focused on how to protect ourselves online and where to go to for support – with all activities tailored to different ages. There was a winner for…