Norman Street Primary School
101%
Capacity
354
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Norman Street Primary School
Norman Street Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 354 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 350 places).
Ofsted has rated Norman Street Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Eleanor Dobson, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10345th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 111 in Cumberland.
Norman Street Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 31 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Norman Street Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cricket, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Norman Street 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Norman Street, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA1 2BQ |
| Headteacher | Eleanor Dobson |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 354 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.2% |
| School Capacity | 354 / 350 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10345th of 13,686
Nationally
1517th of 2,065
In North West
63rd of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
20%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Norman Street, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA1 2BQ
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