St John Henry Newman Catholic School
URN: 112399 • Carlisle CA2 4NL
Overview
- Name
- St John Henry Newman Catholic School
- URN
- 112399
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- John McAuley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01228404942
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Scalegate Road, Carlisle CA2 4NL
Summary
St John Henry Newman Catholic School, located in Carlisle, is a voluntary aided secondary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 694 pupils, with a capacity of 700. Established in 1967, the school is committed to providing a high-quality education rooted in Christian values, emphasizing trust, respect, and compassion. The curriculum is designed to engage students and foster a love for lifelong learning, supported by dedicated teaching staff and a range of extracurricular activities.
The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that each pupil is known and supported throughout their educational journey. With dedicated Heads of Year and Pupil Support Officers, St John Henry Newman Catholic School is well-equipped to address individual needs and challenges, promoting both academic success and personal development. The school's commitment to high achievement is reflected in its career guidance, which helps students transition successfully to further education, apprenticeships, and employment.
Parents are encouraged to visit the school to experience its supportive environment and excellent facilities firsthand. St John Henry Newman Catholic School strives to work in partnership with families and the local community to nurture students and help them reach their full potential.
The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that each pupil is known and supported throughout their educational journey. With dedicated Heads of Year and Pupil Support Officers, St John Henry Newman Catholic School is well-equipped to address individual needs and challenges, promoting both academic success and personal development. The school's commitment to high achievement is reflected in its career guidance, which helps students transition successfully to further education, apprenticeships, and employment.
Parents are encouraged to visit the school to experience its supportive environment and excellent facilities firsthand. St John Henry Newman Catholic School strives to work in partnership with families and the local community to nurture students and help them reach their full potential.
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Nearby alternatives
- Caldew School (63.5)
- Trinity School (52.8)
- Richard Rose Morton Academy (50.2)
- Richard Rose Central Academy (46.9)
- Caldew School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Cumberland
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 700
- Pupils
- 694
- Boys
- 344
- Girls
- 350
- FSM %
- 33.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 694 | 344 | 350 | 700 | 33.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 693 | 337 | 356 | 700 | 32.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 617 | 283 | 334 | 700 | 27.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 617 | 283 | 334 | 700 | 27.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 547 | 237 | 310 | 591 | 23.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 503 | 228 | 275 | 591 | 19.40 |
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