North Lakes School
URN: 112118 • Penrith CA11 8NU
Overview
- Name
- North Lakes School
- URN
- 112118
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicole Spibey (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01768899876
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Huntley Avenue, Penrith CA11 8NU
Summary
North Lakes School is a mixed community primary school located in Penrith, Cumbria, with a current enrolment of 178 pupils and a capacity of 228. The school has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted in 2023, reflecting its effective leadership and management. The ethos of the school emphasizes respect, empathy, and a supportive environment where children can thrive academically and socially.
The curriculum at North Lakes School is designed to be ambitious and well-structured, aiming to prepare students for future challenges. The school focuses on creating engaging and meaningful learning experiences that help children develop a deep understanding of their environment and foster aspirations for the 21st century.
North Lakes School is committed to inclusivity and provides support for all pupils, including those with special educational needs. The school encourages parental involvement and invites families to visit and engage with the school community, reinforcing its vision of a caring environment where every child can grow and succeed.
The curriculum at North Lakes School is designed to be ambitious and well-structured, aiming to prepare students for future challenges. The school focuses on creating engaging and meaningful learning experiences that help children develop a deep understanding of their environment and foster aspirations for the 21st century.
North Lakes School is committed to inclusivity and provides support for all pupils, including those with special educational needs. The school encourages parental involvement and invites families to visit and engage with the school community, reinforcing its vision of a caring environment where every child can grow and succeed.
Useful links
- NLS Governors (governance)
- Inclusion, SEND & Safeguarding (sen)
- Home Page (other)
- Newsletter 28th September (other)
- Newsletter (other)
- More info (other)
- Website Policy (other)
- Latest News (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Beaconside CofE Primary School (68.4)
- Skelton School (65.6)
- Langwathby CofE Primary School (65.3)
- Lazonby C of E Primary School (63.3)
- Greystoke Primary School (63.3)
Key details
- LA
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 228
- Pupils
- 178
- Boys
- 104
- Girls
- 74
- FSM %
- 32.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 178 | 104 | 74 | 228 | 32.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 194 | 109 | 85 | 228 | 24.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 204 | 111 | 93 | 228 | 18.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 204 | 111 | 93 | 228 | 18.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 204 | 111 | 93 | 228 | 14.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 219 | 121 | 98 | 228 | 14.60 |
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