Plumpton School
PENRITH, CA11 9PA · Westmorland and Furness · primary school
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86th of 108 primary schools in Westmorland and Furness we can score, 121 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 2,886 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4/10 among them, against 3.1/10 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 | 45.0 · 13 | 40% | 0.51 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Plumpton School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 45.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 9.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4 out of 10 among them, against 3.1 out of 10 nationally. The school was inspected in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access swimming, gymnastics, wheelchair sports, cross country, dance, Zumba, football, and tennis. Music provision includes violin, recorder, guitar, and ukulele. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 102 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 who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific steps are taken to improve attainment in the areas graded lower in the recent inspection? How are the 3 remaining places allocated for the upcoming academic year?
What Ofsted said about Plumpton School
Overview
Plumpton School is described as a "caring school" where pupils feel "happy and safe" and behave well. While attendance is high and personal development is strong, the report identifies that pupils have not consistently secured the knowledge they need, particularly in mathematics, and that teaching does not always match pupils’ learning needs.
Strengths
- Attendance is "consistently high" and above the national average, with leaders taking "prompt and appropriate action" regarding absence.
- Pupils benefit from a "caring school environment" with "positive relationships" with staff and a clear understanding of behaviour expectations.
- The school provides "individualised pastoral support" and enrichment opportunities, such as "flying a drone" and "mindful Monday" sessions, which boost pupils’ resilience and confidence.
- Early reading is a success, with pupils in Reception "confidently using their knowledge of sounds to read and write words."
- Leaders are "proactive in their communication" with parents and professionals to meet the needs of disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers use assessment effectively to address gaps in pupils’ understanding, particularly in mathematics, so that curriculum implementation is "consistently well matched to what pupils’ need to know."
- The early years curriculum requires refinement to "precisely define" intended learning progression from Nursery to Reception.
- Governors should strengthen their oversight of curriculum quality and impact to provide "effective challenge and support to leaders."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 45% |
| 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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