Crosby-on-Eden CofE School
87%
Capacity
87
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Crosby-on-Eden CofE School
Crosby-on-Eden CofE School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 87 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 100 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Crosby-on-Eden CofE School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Keitch, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1019th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Crosby-on-Eden CofE School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 13 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crosby-on-Eden CofE School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Rounders, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Coding, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Crosby-on-Eden CofE 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 | Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA6 4QN |
| Headteacher | Claire Keitch |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 87 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.3% |
| School Capacity | 87 / 100 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1019th of 13,686
Nationally
130th of 2,065
In North West
4th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
17%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
29
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA6 4QN
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