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Scotby CofE Primary School Catchment Area

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

Scotby CofE Primary School is a foundation primary school in Carlisle, Cumberland , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 230 pupils, and a capacity of 226 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

5–11

Age range

230

Pupils

226

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Scotby CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Scotby CofE Primary 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 230 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 226 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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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Scotby CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
Park Road, Scotby, Carlisle, CA4 8AT
Local authority
Cumberland
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
7% of pupils
DfE URN
112403

Other Primary Schools in Carlisle

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Scotby CofE Primary School

Is Scotby CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Scotby CofE Primary School currently has 230 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 226 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Scotby CofE Primary School?

Scotby CofE Primary 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 Scotby CofE Primary School cover?

Scotby CofE Primary School is a primary school in Carlisle, Cumberland, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Scotby CofE Primary School?

Scotby CofE Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.