Thursby Primary School
76%
Capacity
107
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Thursby Primary School
Thursby Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 107 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Thursby Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carl Barnes, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8353rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Thursby Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 19 applications for 12 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 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 Thursby Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Drama, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Thursby 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Thursby, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA5 6PN |
| Headteacher | Carl Barnes |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 107 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.4% |
| School Capacity | 107 / 140 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Oct 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8353rd of 13,686
Nationally
1198th of 2,065
In North West
46th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
5%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
19
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thursby, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA5 6PN
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