Newlaithes Junior School
Carlisle, CA2 6DX · Cumberland · primary school
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80th 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 3,314 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0/10 among them, against 1.6/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Newlaithes Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% 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%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0 out of 10 among them, against 1.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils play football and netball, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 236 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 curriculum support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading?
What Ofsted said about Newlaithes Junior School
Overview
Newlaithes Junior School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils value being part of this "happy and welcoming school," where staff forge strong relationships and everyone "gets on well." The school continues to provide a high-quality education with a well-established curriculum that supports pupil achievement and personal development.
Strengths
- Staff have "high expectations" of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, who typically "rise to these high expectations and achieve well."
- The curriculum is "well established in all subjects," with teachers ensuring pupils understand previous learning before introducing new information.
- Reading is prioritised, with pupils benefiting from a "rich diet of diverse literature" and developing "regular habits of reading for pleasure."
- Positive behaviour and attendance have "improved significantly" due to robust action, with pupils being "polite and considerate" to one another.
- Pupils enjoy a "wide range of enrichment activities" and take on responsibilities, such as acting as ‘peacemakers’ to resolve peer disputes.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, teachers do not always identify and correct pupils’ misconceptions quickly enough, causing some pupils to move on to new learning before they are ready. The school should ensure staff use assessment strategies more carefully to help pupils build knowledge securely.
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 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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
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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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