The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided)
60%
Capacity
144
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided)
The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided) is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 144 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided) "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Holland, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 35% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12953rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 94th out of 111 in Cumberland.
The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided) is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 14 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided) include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, The Bishop Harvey Goodwin School (Church of England Voluntary Aided) 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 | Harold Street, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA2 4HG |
| Headteacher | Kate Holland |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 144 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.0% |
| School Capacity | 144 / 240 (60% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (35%)
12953rd of 13,686
Nationally
1933rd of 2,065
In North West
94th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
35%
Expected Standard
0%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
23
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Harold Street, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA2 4HG
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