Hallbankgate Village School
76%
Capacity
52
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Hallbankgate Village School
Hallbankgate Village School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 52 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hallbankgate Village School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Hutton, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 29% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13292nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 103rd out of 111 in Cumberland.
Hallbankgate Village School is a popular choice with families — it received 6 applications for 3 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
Hallbankgate Village School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.7/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hallbankgate Village School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Library, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Book Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Hallbankgate Village 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 | Hallbankgate, Brampton, Cumberland, CA8 2NJ |
| Headteacher | Clare Hutton |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 52 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.0% |
| School Capacity | 52 / 68 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (29%)
13292nd of 13,686
Nationally
1992nd of 2,065
In North West
103rd of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
29%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
6
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hallbankgate, Brampton
Cumberland, CA8 2NJ
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