Skelton School
URN: 112121 • Penrith CA11 9SE
Overview
- Name
- Skelton School
- URN
- 112121
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 65.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Newton (Designated) (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01768484367
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Skelton, Penrith CA11 9SE
Summary
Skelton School is a mixed community primary school located in Penrith, Westmorland and Furness, with a current enrolment of 89 pupils and a capacity of 94. The school emphasizes a caring community where learners are encouraged to become confident and capable. The school's vision, "Stretching minds, bodies and horizons," reflects its commitment to high academic standards and the well-being of its students.
The curriculum at Skelton School includes a robust history program that promotes critical thinking and a coherent understanding of both British and world history. This approach not only helps students appreciate their own heritage but also fosters responsible citizenship and respect for diverse cultures. The school actively engages with parents and the local community to inform its strategic planning and ensure that learners feel safe, valued, and motivated.
Skelton School also prioritizes the promotion of British Values, encouraging respect and tolerance among students of different faiths and backgrounds. The school aims to prepare pupils for life in modern Britain, ensuring they understand the importance of democracy, individual liberty, and mutual respect. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Skelton School includes a robust history program that promotes critical thinking and a coherent understanding of both British and world history. This approach not only helps students appreciate their own heritage but also fosters responsible citizenship and respect for diverse cultures. The school actively engages with parents and the local community to inform its strategic planning and ensure that learners feel safe, valued, and motivated.
Skelton School also prioritizes the promotion of British Values, encouraging respect and tolerance among students of different faiths and backgrounds. The school aims to prepare pupils for life in modern Britain, ensuring they understand the importance of democracy, individual liberty, and mutual respect. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governors Portal (governance)
- Attendance and Absence Procedures (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Last week our Year 5/6 Netball team represented the school at the EVSP Netball competition. They all played brilliantly and showed such great sportsmanship throughout the day. The team won their group so progressed to the final and came out victorious in (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates and School Opening Hours (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Beaconside CofE Primary School (68.4)
- Langwathby CofE Primary School (65.3)
- Lazonby C of E Primary School (63.3)
- Greystoke Primary School (63.3)
- Plumpton 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
- 94
- Pupils
- 89
- Boys
- 33
- Girls
- 56
- FSM %
- 7.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2013-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 89 | 33 | 56 | 94 | 7.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 88 | 35 | 53 | 94 | 3.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 83 | 40 | 43 | 94 | 5.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 83 | 40 | 43 | 94 | 5.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 81 | 42 | 39 | 94 | 3.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 90 | 49 | 41 | 94 | 2.20 |
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