Plumpton School
URN: 112120 • PENRITH CA11 9PA
Overview
- Name
- Plumpton School
- URN
- 112120
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Penny (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01768894247
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Plumpton, PENRITH CA11 9PA
Summary
Plumpton School is a small community primary school located in the Eden Valley, Penrith, serving a mixed-gender population of 101 pupils with a capacity of 105. The school prides itself on creating a nurturing environment that focuses on the holistic development of each child, encompassing their educational, emotional, and social well-being. The mission statement, "Inspiring confidence and ambition in a nurturing environment," reflects the school's commitment to fostering a supportive community.
The curriculum at Plumpton School is designed to ensure that all pupils achieve their potential, with a focus on individual progress, regardless of their starting point. The school provides a range of extracurricular activities, including breakfast and after-school clubs, to enhance the educational experience. Plumpton School also places a strong emphasis on inclusivity and support for children with special educational needs.
Rated as a 'good school' by Ofsted in January 2022, Plumpton School is dedicated to maintaining a safe and happy atmosphere where every child is valued. The school actively engages with parents and the local community, reinforcing its role as a central hub for families in the area.
The curriculum at Plumpton School is designed to ensure that all pupils achieve their potential, with a focus on individual progress, regardless of their starting point. The school provides a range of extracurricular activities, including breakfast and after-school clubs, to enhance the educational experience. Plumpton School also places a strong emphasis on inclusivity and support for children with special educational needs.
Rated as a 'good school' by Ofsted in January 2022, Plumpton School is dedicated to maintaining a safe and happy atmosphere where every child is valued. The school actively engages with parents and the local community, reinforcing its role as a central hub for families in the area.
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- Nursery (other)
- Vision Statement (other)
- Who's Who (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (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
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 101
- Boys
- 54
- Girls
- 47
- FSM %
- 6.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-01-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 101 | 54 | 47 | 105 | 6.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 98 | 52 | 46 | 105 | 7.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 93 | 56 | 37 | 105 | 7.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 93 | 56 | 37 | 105 | 7.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 88 | 53 | 35 | 105 | 7.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 80 | 48 | 32 | 105 | 8.20 |
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