Scotby CofE Primary School
102%
Capacity
230
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Scotby CofE Primary School
Scotby CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 230 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 226 places).
Ofsted has rated Scotby CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jacqueline Watson, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4096th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Scotby CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 27 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Scotby CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Swimming, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Scotby CofE 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Park Road, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA4 8AT |
| Headteacher | Jacqueline Watson |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 230 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.0% |
| School Capacity | 230 / 226 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4096th of 13,686
Nationally
596th of 2,065
In North West
19th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
7%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Park Road, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA4 8AT
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