Robert Ferguson Primary School
101%
Capacity
424
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Robert Ferguson Primary School
Robert Ferguson Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 424 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Robert Ferguson Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Graham Frost, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8082nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Robert Ferguson Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 49 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 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 Robert Ferguson Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Robert Ferguson 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | East Dale Street, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA2 5LA |
| Headteacher | Graham Frost |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 424 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.3% |
| School Capacity | 424 / 420 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8082nd of 13,686
Nationally
1150th of 2,065
In North West
44th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
3%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
East Dale Street, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA2 5LA
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