Burgh by Sands School
77%
Capacity
92
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Burgh by Sands School
Burgh by Sands School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 92 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Burgh by Sands School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Robson, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12492nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 87th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Burgh by Sands School is a popular choice with families — it received 17 applications for 9 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burgh by Sands School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Gymnastics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Burgh by Sands 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 | Burgh by Sands, Burgh By Sands School, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA5 6AP |
| Headteacher | Sarah Robson |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 92 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.9% |
| School Capacity | 92 / 120 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12492nd of 13,686
Nationally
1853rd of 2,065
In North West
87th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
7%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
17
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Burgh by Sands, Burgh By Sands School, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA5 6AP
Burgh by Sands, Burgh By Sands School, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA5 6AP
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