Inglewood Junior School
Carlisle, CA1 3QA · Cumberland · primary school
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115th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.1/10 against 1,537 of them, against 1.2/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 46.0 · 14 | 40% | 0.55 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.20 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Inglewood Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.2 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in May 2026 under the new report-card framework.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art, Eco, Choir, Running, Drama, Dance, Gymnastics, and Reading Clubs. Sports options include Netball, Cricket, Football, Hockey, Tag Rugby, and Yoga. Additional activities include Film and Lego Clubs. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 229 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to improve reading and writing outcomes? How does the new inspection framework affect day-to-day teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Inglewood Junior School
Overview
Inglewood Junior School provides a safe and welcoming environment where pupils feel valued and supported, with strong standards in attendance, behaviour, and inclusion. However, the report identifies that achievement and curriculum design require attention, as gaps in essential knowledge—particularly in writing—mean some pupils are not fully prepared for their next stage of education.
Strengths
- Attendance is now in line with national figures, with persistent absence reducing quickly due to effective leader intervention.
- Pupils behave sensibly, follow routines well, and feel safe, with bullying incidents being rare and addressed promptly.
- Inclusion is effective, with staff identifying needs quickly and using practical adjustments, such as visual prompts and ‘The Den’, to support pupils with additional needs.
- Personal development is broad and well-understood, with pupils showing mature understanding of relationships, health, and online safety.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum is clearly sequenced in all subjects so pupils build knowledge step-by-step and retain prior learning.
- Staff need a consistent approach to assessment to accurately check understanding and address errors in pupils’ work promptly.
- Essential writing foundations, including spelling, handwriting, and punctuation, must be secured to close existing knowledge gaps.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed, ensuring pupils feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 31% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 46% |
| 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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