Upperby Primary School
URN: 112243 • Carlisle CA2 4JT
Overview
- Name
- Upperby Primary School
- URN
- 112243
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paula Burns (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01228815460
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Uldale Road, Carlisle CA2 4JT
Summary
Upperby Primary School is a community school located in Carlisle, serving a mixed-gender population of 349 pupils, with a capacity of 420. The school prioritises a nurturing environment where children feel happy and safe, fostering academic excellence and personal aspirations. The dedicated teaching staff aim to provide a stimulating and creative curriculum, enriched by a variety of activities, including music tuition, school choir, and residential experiences for Key Stage 2 students.
The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its vision of "Aspire, Attend, Achieve," promoting core values such as respect, responsibility, and resilience. Upperby Primary School is committed to inclusivity, catering to the diverse needs of its students and encouraging them to become responsible citizens. The school actively promotes British values, including democracy and mutual respect, through various initiatives and a clear behaviour policy.
Parents considering Upperby Primary School for their children are encouraged to visit and learn more about the supportive community and educational opportunities available. The school fosters a partnership with families to ensure a successful learning journey for each child.
The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its vision of "Aspire, Attend, Achieve," promoting core values such as respect, responsibility, and resilience. Upperby Primary School is committed to inclusivity, catering to the diverse needs of its students and encouraging them to become responsible citizens. The school actively promotes British values, including democracy and mutual respect, through various initiatives and a clear behaviour policy.
Parents considering Upperby Primary School for their children are encouraged to visit and learn more about the supportive community and educational opportunities available. The school fosters a partnership with families to ensure a successful learning journey for each child.
Useful links
- Juniper Websites (other)
- School Hub (other)
- Scopay (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility Version (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Wreay CofE Primary School (75.6)
- High Hesket CofE School (74.8)
- Crosby-on-Eden CofE School (66.9)
- Ivegill CofE School (66.7)
- Kingmoor Nursery and Infant School (66.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 349
- Boys
- 178
- Girls
- 171
- FSM %
- 32.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 349 | 178 | 171 | 420 | 32.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 379 | 205 | 174 | 420 | 34.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 390 | 217 | 173 | 420 | 28.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 390 | 217 | 173 | 420 | 28.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 398 | 220 | 178 | 420 | 26.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 415 | 220 | 195 | 420 | 20.70 |
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