- Ofsted:Needs attention in 2 areas
Results close to the England average.
Met the standard at 1160%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 316
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.2
Schools in CA3
A postcode district in Cumberland
- Postcode district
- 9 schools and nurseries
In short: CA3 is a postcode district in Cumberland with 6 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and 3 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries96 primary · 2 secondary · 3 nurseries
Top-rated
All CA3 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in CA3
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 CA3
6 in CA3, best first
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area
Results above the England average.
17 first choices, 22 offers made
Met the standard at 1168%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.7%
- Pupils
- 179
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
30 first choices, 32 offers made
Met the standard at 1155%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.7%
- Pupils
- 367
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.4
Secondary Schools in CA3
2 in CA3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
James Rennie School
Carlisle, CA3 0BU · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 8.6%
- Pupils
- 217
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.6
Austin Friars
Carlisle, CA3 9PB · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 278
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Nurseries in CA3
3 in CA3, highest Ofsted grade first
Houghton Nursery Group
Houghton, Carlisle, CA3 0PA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Jack and Jill Nursery Limited
Carlisle, CA3 9NH · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Stanwix Community Pre-School
Carlisle, CA3 9DJ · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in CA3
2 in CA3, by the school's Eduscope score
James Rennie School
Carlisle, CA3 0BU · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 8.6%
- Pupils
- 217
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.6
Austin Friars
Carlisle, CA3 9PB · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 278
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Special Schools in CA3
1 in CA3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
James Rennie School
Carlisle, CA3 0BU · Academy · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 8.6%
- Pupils
- 217
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.6
Private Schools in CA3
1 in CA3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Austin Friars
Carlisle, CA3 9PB · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 278
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in CA3, 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
- Good5
- Not graded yet3
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 CA3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
CA3 has 9 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 CA3
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 CA3
Nearby areas
How many schools are in CA3?
CA3 has 9 schools, including 6 primary schools, 2 secondary schools, 3 nurseries, 1 independent school, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in CA3?
The highest-ranked schools in CA3 on Eduscope are Kingmoor Junior School, Houghton CofE School, Stanwix 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 CA3?
There is 1 independent school in CA3. 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 CA3?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 9 schools in CA3 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.