Pennine Way Primary School
90%
Capacity
570
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Pennine Way Primary School
Pennine Way Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 570 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pennine Way Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsay Burnett, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6244th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 111 in Cumberland.
Pennine Way Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 55 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pennine Way Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Rounders, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Pennine Way Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Edgehill Road, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA1 3SN |
| Headteacher | Lindsay Burnett |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 570 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.5% |
| School Capacity | 570 / 630 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6244th of 13,686
Nationally
897th of 2,065
In North West
32nd of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
86
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Edgehill Road, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA1 3SN
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