Great Corby School and Nursery
Carlisle, CA4 8NE · Cumberland · primary school
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9th of 119 primary schools in Cumberland we can score, 145 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,954 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.5/10 among them, against 8.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Great Corby School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 13.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.5 out of 10 among them, against 8.4 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 99 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils in reaching the higher standard in literacy and numeracy? What specific activities are available for children during the nursery phase? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing a small cohort?
What Ofsted said about Great Corby School and Nursery
Overview
Great Corby School and Nursery continues to be a good school, where pupils thrive in a vibrant environment characterised by "highly positive relationships" and respect. The school delivers an "ambitious curriculum" that builds knowledge securely, ensuring children make a strong start in the early years and achieve well overall.
Strengths
- Pupils are "polite and respectful," valuing their relationships with staff and peers, which contributes to them being "happy" and "responsible young people."
- The curriculum is well-designed, with staff using "subject knowledge expertly" to help pupils learn, resulting in secure knowledge building over time.
- Reading provision is strong; staff deliver phonics "consistently well," and books match pupils’ known sounds, helping them become "confident and fluent readers."
- The personal development programme prepares pupils "exceptionally well for life in modern Britain," fostering a detailed understanding of British values and health.
- Trustees carry out their duties "effectively," providing appropriate support and challenge while prioritising staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- Staff must ensure they are "quick enough to identify and rectify the gaps and misconceptions" in some pupils’ knowledge so that learners do not move on before they are ready.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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