Brook Street Primary School
84%
Capacity
227
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Brook Street Primary School
Brook Street Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brook Street Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Bursnall, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 27% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13367th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 105th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Brook Street Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 24 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
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 Brook Street Primary School include Sports Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Gymnastics, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Brook Street 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Edward Street, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA1 2JB |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Bursnall |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.3% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 270 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (27%)
13367th of 13,686
Nationally
2011th of 2,065
In North West
105th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
27%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Edward Street, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA1 2JB
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