St Michael's CofE Primary School
86%
Capacity
190
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Michael's CofE Primary School
St Michael's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 190 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 220 places).
Ofsted has rated St Michael's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher L Smith, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12246th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 84th out of 111 in Cumberland.
St Michael's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 26 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
St Michael's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (13 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 Michael's CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Gymnastics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, St Michael's 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Dalston, St. Michael's C.E. Primary School, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA5 7LN |
| Headteacher | L Smith |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 190 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.6% |
| School Capacity | 190 / 220 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12246th of 13,686
Nationally
1811th of 2,065
In North West
84th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
13 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Dalston, St. Michael's C.E. Primary School, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA5 7LN
Dalston, St. Michael's C.E. Primary School, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA5 7LN
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