St Bede's Catholic Primary School
93%
Capacity
222
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Bede's Catholic Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 222 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Bede's Catholic Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Frances Winter, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12527th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 89th out of 111 in Cumberland.
St Bede's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 26 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
St Bede's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (17 responses).
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 St Bede's Catholic Primary School include Forest School, Dining Hall, Library, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, St Bede's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Strathclyde Avenue, St Bede's RC Primary School, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA2 7DS |
| Headteacher | Frances Winter |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 222 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.9% |
| School Capacity | 222 / 240 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12527th of 13,686
Nationally
1858th of 2,065
In North West
89th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Bede's Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Strathclyde Avenue, St Bede's RC Primary School, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA2 7DS
Strathclyde Avenue, St Bede's RC Primary School, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA2 7DS
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