Warwick Bridge Primary School
106%
Capacity
170
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Warwick Bridge Primary School
Warwick Bridge Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 170 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 160 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Warwick Bridge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Ashton, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12098th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 83rd out of 111 in Cumberland.
Warwick Bridge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 15 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Warwick Bridge Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (65 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Warwick Bridge Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Warwick Bridge 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 | None |
| Address | Warwick Bridge, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA4 8RE |
| Headteacher | Mark Ashton |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 170 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.4% |
| School Capacity | 170 / 160 (106% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12098th of 13,686
Nationally
1791st of 2,065
In North West
83rd of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
65 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
37
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 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
Warwick Bridge, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA4 8RE
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