What is the best primary school in Cumberland?

On our composite score, Bookwell Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Cumberland, 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.

How many primary schools are there in Cumberland?

There are 143 primary schools in Cumberland with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Cumberland ranked?

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.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Cumberland?

Applications for Reception places in Cumberland 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).

The best primary schools in Cumberland

Compare 143 top-rated primary schools in Cumberland, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Bookwell Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Bookwell Primary School vs Crosby-on-Eden CofE School

The best primary schools in Cumberland

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Bookwell Primary School

Crosby-on-Eden CofE School

Stoneraise School

Bowness-on-Solway Primary School

Lanercost CofE Primary School

Bridekirk Dovenby CofE Primary School

Irthington Village School

Broughton Primary School

Haverigg Primary School

Derwent Vale Primary and Nursery School

Eaglesfield Paddle CofE Primary Academy

St James' Catholic Primary School

Ennerdale and Kinniside CofE Primary School

St James' CofE Junior School

Great Corby School and Nursery

St Bridget's Catholic Primary School

Braithwaite CofE Primary School

St Bridget's CofE School

St Michael's CofE Primary School

St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Kirkbampton CofE School

St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Carlisle

Brampton Primary School

Scotby CofE Primary School

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