Hayton CofE Primary School
80%
Capacity
140
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Hayton CofE Primary School
Hayton CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 140 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 175 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Sarah Threlkeld-Brown, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8690th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Hayton CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 19 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Hayton CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (95 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hayton CofE Primary School include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Gymnastics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Gardening.
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, Hayton CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Hayton, Brampton, Cumberland, CA8 9HR |
| Headteacher | Sarah Threlkeld-Brown |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 140 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.3% |
| School Capacity | 140 / 175 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8690th of 13,686
Nationally
1242nd of 2,065
In North West
49th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
95 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hayton, Brampton
Cumberland, CA8 9HR
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