Scotby CofE Primary School
Carlisle, CA4 8AT · Cumberland · primary school
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11th 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 3,445 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.2/10 among them, against 8.0/10 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 | 78.0 · 84 | 41% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 26% | 1.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Scotby CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The school achieved a 12.0% rate for the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.2 out of 10 among them, against 8.0 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 215 pupils against a stated capacity of 226. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available within the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Scotby CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Scotby C of E Primary School “thrive in the calm learning environment that leaders have created,” feeling safe and happy. The report highlights a well-designed curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), supported by effective staff training and subject leadership.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed a curriculum with “carefully ordered” key knowledge that makes effective links between subjects.
- Pupils with SEND are “supported well” and access all aspects of the curriculum and school life.
- A “love of reading is fostered across the school,” with older pupils enthusiastically recommending books.
- Staff are skilled in identifying SEND needs and use assessment information to “quickly identify any misconceptions.”
- Pupils demonstrate good behaviour, with bullying described as “rare” and disagreements resolved swiftly.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, key knowledge taught during the COVID-19 pandemic has not been retained, hindering progress for some pupils.
- Staff should ensure that key knowledge is “revisited and understood before new learning is introduced” to enable all pupils to achieve well.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff skilled at identifying subtle changes in behaviour and working with agencies to support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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