Rockcliffe CofE School
92%
Capacity
134
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Rockcliffe CofE School
Rockcliffe 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 134 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 145 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rockcliffe CofE School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marie Jamieson, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1456th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Rockcliffe CofE School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 21 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rockcliffe CofE School include Library, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Chess, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Rockcliffe 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 | Rockcliffe, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA6 4AA |
| Headteacher | Marie Jamieson |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 134 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.1% |
| School Capacity | 134 / 145 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1456th of 13,686
Nationally
179th of 2,065
In North West
6th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
31
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rockcliffe, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA6 4AA
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