St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School
URN: 112371 • Carlisle CA2 4JD
Overview
- Name
- St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School
- URN
- 112371
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- M Merrick (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Kirklands Road, Carlisle CA2 4JD
Summary
St Margaret Mary Catholic Primary School, located in Carlisle, is a voluntary aided primary school serving children aged 3 to 11. Established in 1938, the school is deeply rooted in the Catholic faith and is part of the Mater Christi Multi-Academy Trust. The school’s ethos centres on nurturing each child’s unique talents and potential, with a strong emphasis on values such as knowledge, aspiration, service, and prayer.
The curriculum at St Margaret Mary’s is designed to be rich and varied, promoting a love for lifelong learning across subjects including maths, humanities, performing arts, and sports. The school encourages participation in weekly Mass and various community activities, ensuring that parish life is integral to the educational experience.
With a current enrolment of 236 pupils and a capacity of 238, the school fosters a supportive and inclusive environment where both Catholic and non-Catholic children are welcomed. The dedicated staff aim to create a culture of respect and motivation, helping every child to thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.
The curriculum at St Margaret Mary’s is designed to be rich and varied, promoting a love for lifelong learning across subjects including maths, humanities, performing arts, and sports. The school encourages participation in weekly Mass and various community activities, ensuring that parish life is integral to the educational experience.
With a current enrolment of 236 pupils and a capacity of 238, the school fosters a supportive and inclusive environment where both Catholic and non-Catholic children are welcomed. The dedicated staff aim to create a culture of respect and motivation, helping every child to thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.
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Nearby alternatives
- Wreay CofE Primary School (75.6)
- High Hesket CofE School (74.8)
- Crosby-on-Eden CofE School (66.9)
- Ivegill CofE School (66.7)
- Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School (66.2)
Key details
- LA
- Pre-LGR 2023 Cumbria
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 238
- Pupils
- 236
- Boys
- 118
- Girls
- 118
- FSM %
- 23.60
- Open date
- Close date
- 2021-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-01-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 236 | 118 | 118 | 238 | 23.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 236 | 118 | 118 | 238 | 23.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 236 | 118 | 118 | 238 | 23.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 236 | 118 | 118 | 238 | 23.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 236 | 118 | 118 | 238 | 23.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 236 | 119 | 117 | 238 | 14.80 |
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