Inglewood Infant School
73%
Capacity
254
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Inglewood Infant School
Inglewood Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 254 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Inglewood Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Deborah Boekestein, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
Inglewood Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 58 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Inglewood Infant School include Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Eco Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Inglewood Infant 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Road, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA1 3LX |
| Headteacher | Deborah Boekestein |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 254 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.9% |
| School Capacity | 254 / 348 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
86
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA1 3LX
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