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Rockcliffe CofE School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Rockcliffe CofE School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Carlisle, Cumberland , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 134 pupils, and a capacity of 145 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

134

Pupils

145

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Rockcliffe CofE School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Rockcliffe CofE School is managed by Cumberland and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 92% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Cumberland before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Rockcliffe CofE School — School Information

Full address
Rockcliffe, Carlisle, CA6 4AA
Local authority
Cumberland
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
8.1% of pupils
DfE URN
112258

Other Primary Schools in Carlisle

If Rockcliffe CofE School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Carlisle are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Rockcliffe CofE School

Is Rockcliffe CofE School oversubscribed?

Rockcliffe CofE School is operating close to its capacity of 145 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Rockcliffe CofE School?

Rockcliffe CofE School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Cumberland before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Rockcliffe CofE School cover?

Rockcliffe CofE School is a primary school in Carlisle, Cumberland, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Rockcliffe CofE School?

Rockcliffe CofE School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.