Petteril Bank School

URN: 112220 • Carlisle CA1 3BX

Overview

Name
Petteril Bank School
URN
112220
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Bland (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Burnett Road, Carlisle CA1 3BX

Summary

Petteril Bank School is a mixed community primary school located in Carlisle, Cumbria, with a current enrolment of 124 pupils against a capacity of 210. The school is part of the Cumbria Education Trust and focuses on creating an inclusive environment that promotes respect, resilience, and responsibility among its students. The headteacher, Jemma Nicholson, emphasizes the importance of nurturing not only academic skills but also essential life skills that prepare children for future challenges.

The curriculum at Petteril Bank School aims to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging students to strive for excellence while developing their unique talents. The school offers various extracurricular opportunities to enrich the learning experience and foster a sense of community among pupils. With a significant percentage of students (53.20%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to supporting all children in reaching their full potential.

Assessment results from the 2022-23 academic year indicate that 50% of pupils met the expected standards in reading and maths, while 35% achieved this in writing. The school is actively working to improve these outcomes as it continues to build a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Key details

LA
Pre-LGR 2023 Cumbria
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
124
Boys
68
Girls
56
FSM %
53.20
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2022-10-31
Last Ofsted
2016-07-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 124 68 56 210 53.20
2024-09-11 124 68 56 210 53.20
2023-09-11 124 68 56 210 53.20
2022-09-11 124 68 56 210 53.20
2021-09-11 132 74 58 210 44.30
2020-09-11 145 81 64 210 34.80

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