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Robert Ferguson Primary School

East Dale Street, Denton Holme, Carlisle, CA2 5LA

Community school

Pupils

424

Ages

3-11

FSM

23.3%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2017

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

62.0%

Writing

42.0%

Maths

60.0%

RWM Combined

38.0%

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About Robert Ferguson Primary School

Robert Ferguson Primary School is a primary school in Carlisle, Cumberland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 38% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 424 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: East Dale Street, Carlisle, CA2 5LA | More schools in Cumberland

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Robert Ferguson Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2023 — School remains Good
Nov 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Robert Ferguson Primary School

What is Robert Ferguson Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Robert Ferguson Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.

What are Robert Ferguson Primary School's latest exam results?

Robert Ferguson Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 38% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Robert Ferguson Primary School located?

Robert Ferguson Primary School is a primary school in Carlisle, Cumberland (CA2 5LA).

How many pupils attend Robert Ferguson Primary School?

Robert Ferguson Primary School has around 424 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Robert Ferguson Primary School with other schools?

View Robert Ferguson Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Cumberland.