Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Cumberland 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 178 schools across Cumberland. Updated with 2025–26 data.

178

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

56.6%

Avg KS2 SATs

35.9

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Ashfield Infant & Nursery School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
🥈	Mayfield School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
🥉	James Rennie School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
4.	Lanercost CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	89	View school
5.	Bookwell Primary School Primary	Outstanding	88	View school
6.	St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	86	View school
7.	Stoneraise School Primary	Good	85	View school
8.	Jericho Primary School Primary	Good	85	View school
9.	Crosby-on-Eden CofE School Primary	Good	84	View school
10.	Shankhill CofE Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
11.	Fairfield Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
12.	Gosforth CofE Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
13.	Parkview Nursery School Nursery	Good	80	View school
14.	Frizington Nursery School Nursery	Good	80	View school
15.	Gillford Centre Not applicable	Good	80	View school
16.	Allonby Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
17.	Bewcastle School Primary	Good	80	View school
18.	Great Orton Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
19.	Holme St Cuthbert School Primary	Good	80	View school
20.	Wigton Nursery and Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Cumberland?

There are 178 primary & secondary schools in Cumberland, of which 16 (9%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Cumberland?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Cumberland is Ashfield Infant & Nursery School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Cumberland?

Primary and secondary school applications in Cumberland are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Cumberland council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Cumberland?

9% of primary & secondary schools in Cumberland are rated Outstanding and 83% are rated Good. 85.4% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.