Brampton Primary School
85%
Capacity
204
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Brampton Primary School
Brampton Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brampton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christopher Armstrong, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5642nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Brampton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 19 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Brampton Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (31 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brampton Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sensory Room, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Swimming, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Brampton 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 | None |
| Address | Sawmill Lane, Brampton, Cumberland, CA8 1BZ |
| Headteacher | Christopher Armstrong |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.1% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 240 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5642nd of 13,686
Nationally
817th of 2,065
In North West
30th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
31 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
27
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sawmill Lane, Brampton
Cumberland, CA8 1BZ
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