Cummersdale School
100%
Capacity
105
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Cummersdale School
Cummersdale School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 105 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Cummersdale School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gareth Jones, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10839th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 71st out of 111 in Cumberland.
Cummersdale School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 15 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Cummersdale School include Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Cummersdale 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cummersdale, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA2 6BD |
| Headteacher | Gareth Jones |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 105 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.4% |
| School Capacity | 105 / 105 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10839th of 13,686
Nationally
1592nd of 2,065
In North West
71st of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
6%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
48
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cummersdale, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA2 6BD
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