Cumwhinton School
Carlisle, CA4 8DU · Cumberland · primary school
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62nd of 119 primary schools in Cumberland we can score, 145 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,510 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3/10 among them, against 2.9/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 47.0 · 15 | 40% | 0.60 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cumwhinton School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 47.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3 out of 10 among them, against 2.9 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 198 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What does a typical day look like for a child in the upper primary years? How does the school monitor progress between formal assessments?
What Ofsted said about Cumwhinton School
Overview
Cumwhinton Primary School is described as a “friendly and happy place to learn” where pupils achieve well, particularly in the early years. The school is ambitious for all learners, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, and prepares them effectively for the next phase of their education.
Strengths
- The early years provision is “exceptionally well-structured,” giving children a “flying start” to key stage 1.
- Teachers have “secure knowledge” of subjects, ensuring pupils learn essential vocabulary and build “secure knowledge over time” in mathematics and English.
- Reading is a high priority, with “highly skilled staff” teaching phonics from the first day to ensure no pupil slips behind.
- Pupils behave very well, showing “great respect” for the community and actively helping others through charity work.
- Staff feel “valued and proud,” with leadership being considerate of workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Assessment in some foundation subjects is “not precise enough” to identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge, hindering progress.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 42% |
| 2024/25 | 47% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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