Newlaithes Infant School
115%
Capacity
207
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Newlaithes Infant School
Newlaithes Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newlaithes Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Wilkinson, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
Newlaithes Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 49 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newlaithes Infant School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Rounders, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Eco Club, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Newlaithes 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Langrigg Road, Newlaithes Nursery & Infant School, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA2 6DX |
| Headteacher | Simon Wilkinson |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.1% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 180 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Feb 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 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
Langrigg Road, Newlaithes Nursery & Infant School, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA2 6DX
Langrigg Road, Newlaithes Nursery & Infant School, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA2 6DX
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