The best primary schools in Carlisle

On our composite score, Crosby-on-Eden CofE School is the top-ranked primary school in Carlisle, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

There are 45 primary schools in Carlisle with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

Applications for Reception places in Carlisle starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).