Ireby CofE School
64%
Capacity
36
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Ireby CofE School
Ireby 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 36 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ireby CofE School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael John, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
Ireby CofE School is a popular choice with families — it received 6 applications for 4 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 were first-preference applications.
Ireby CofE School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 2 parents).
On-site facilities at Ireby CofE School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Rounders, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Ireby 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 | Ireby, Wigton, Cumberland, CA7 1DS |
| Headteacher | Michael John |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 36 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.1% |
| School Capacity | 36 / 56 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
6
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
4 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
Ireby, Wigton
Cumberland, CA7 1DS
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