Petteril Bank School
76%
Capacity
160
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Petteril Bank School
Petteril Bank School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 160 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Petteril Bank School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jemma Nicholson, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 19% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13572nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 108th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Petteril Bank School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 16 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Petteril Bank School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Petteril Bank 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Burnett Road, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA1 3BX |
| Headteacher | Jemma Nicholson |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 160 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.3% |
| School Capacity | 160 / 210 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jul 2016Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (19%)
13572nd of 13,686
Nationally
2039th of 2,065
In North West
108th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
19%
Expected Standard
0%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Burnett Road, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA1 3BX
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