- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
8 first choices, 8 offers made
Met the standard at 1189%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.0%
- Pupils
- 87
- Pupils per teacher
- 14.1
Schools in CA11
A postcode district in Westmorland and Furness
- Postcode district
- 22 schools and nurseries
In short: CA11 is a postcode district in Westmorland and Furness with 12 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 8 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2212 primary · 2 secondary · 8 nurseries
Top-rated
All CA11 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in CA11
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in CA11
12 in CA11, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
14 first choices, 12 offers made
Met the standard at 1157%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.1%
- Pupils
- 69
- Pupils per teacher
- 13.0
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 2 areas
Results well below the England average.
Met the standard at 1133%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.4%
- Pupils
- 23
- Pupils per teacher
- 9.5
Top Secondary Schools in CA11
2 in CA11, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
175 first choices, 158 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1665.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.3%
- Pupils
- 1,026
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.3
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
156 first choices, 161 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1639.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 1,520
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.2
Nurseries in CA11
8 in CA11, highest Ofsted grade first
Little Oaks At Muddy Boots
Penrith, CA11 8TS · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
First Class Kids
Penrith, CA11 9QT · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Kids Planet Penrith
Penrith, CA11 9BP · Nursery
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in CA11
2 in CA11, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
175 first choices, 158 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1665.2
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 5.3%
- Pupils
- 1,026
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.3
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
156 first choices, 161 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1639.5
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.8%
- Pupils
- 1,520
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.2
Private Schools in CA11
1 in CA11. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Hunter Hall School
Penrith, CA11 8UA · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 80
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in CA11, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding1
- Good13
- Not graded yet8
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every CA11 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
CA11 has 22 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in CA11
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about CA11
Nearby areas
How many schools are in CA11?
CA11 has 22 schools, including 12 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 8 nurseries, 1 independent school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in CA11?
The highest-ranked schools in CA11 on Eduscope are Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith, Skelton School, Calthwaite CofE School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in CA11?
There is 1 independent school in CA11. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in CA11?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 22 schools in CA11 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.