Appleby Grammar School
URN: 112434 • Appleby-in-Westmorland CA16 6XU
Overview
- Name
- Appleby Grammar School
- URN
- 112434
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew Lund (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Battlebarrow, Appleby-in-Westmorland CA16 6XU
Summary
Appleby Grammar School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria. With a capacity of 545 students, the school prides itself on fostering a strong family and community ethos, promoting values of kindness, respect, and community engagement. The school aims to create an environment where each student is known individually, supporting their personal and academic growth.
The curriculum at Appleby Grammar School is well-balanced and designed to cater to a variety of interests and strengths. The school offers a range of subjects, including core areas such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside creative and vocational options. This diverse curriculum is complemented by specialist staff, ensuring that students receive a comprehensive education that prepares them for future challenges.
In addition to academic support, Appleby Grammar School places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, helping students to thrive both personally and academically. The school is committed to ensuring excellent progress for all students while providing guidance and resources for their future pathways, including careers advice and support for mental health.
The curriculum at Appleby Grammar School is well-balanced and designed to cater to a variety of interests and strengths. The school offers a range of subjects, including core areas such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside creative and vocational options. This diverse curriculum is complemented by specialist staff, ensuring that students receive a comprehensive education that prepares them for future challenges.
In addition to academic support, Appleby Grammar School places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, helping students to thrive both personally and academically. The school is committed to ensuring excellent progress for all students while providing guidance and resources for their future pathways, including careers advice and support for mental health.
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Nearby alternatives
- Appleby Grammar School (47.8)
Key details
- LA
- Pre-LGR 2023 Cumbria
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 545
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2011-07-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 545 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 545 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 545 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 545 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 545 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 545 |
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