Cumberland School
School summary
Cumberland School is a notably small independent in Bolton, Lancashire, with around 85 pupils on roll. Its modest size sets the tone: this is a school where individual pupils are unlikely to disappear into the crowd. It takes children from age 11 and operates outside any religious affiliation, making it open to families of all backgrounds and none.
Where every mark matters.
Places are limited and demand is high, so exam performance is what sets candidates apart. Passmate turns the months ahead into ten focused minutes a day on the exact topics this school tests.
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Teaching & academics
Entry is at 11, with an 11+ assessment forming part of the admissions process. The intimate scale of the school means teaching can be closely tailored, and the small numbers naturally allow for a high degree of individual attention.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
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Al-Huda Primary School
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A small, fee-paying school for families who value a close-knit environment over scale. Worth a closer look if personal attention matters most.
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Cumberland School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.