Blackford CofE Primary School
96%
Capacity
54
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Blackford CofE Primary School
Blackford CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 54 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 56 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Blackford CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsey Slater, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
Blackford CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 6 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
Blackford CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (14 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Blackford CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Tennis, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Blackford CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Blackford, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA6 4ES |
| Headteacher | Lindsey Slater |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 54 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 54 / 56 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
14 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
16
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Blackford, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA6 4ES
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