Richard Rose Morton Academy

URN: 135620 • Carlisle CA2 6LB

Overview

Name
Richard Rose Morton Academy
URN
135620
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
50.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Richard McGuire (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01228822644
Website
Visit
Address
Wigton Road, Carlisle CA2 6LB

Summary

Richard Rose Morton Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Carlisle, Cumberland, with a current enrolment of 883 pupils and a capacity of 900. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it is part of the United Learning group, which aims to provide high-quality education and character development. The school emphasizes a vision of "Education with Character," focusing on both academic achievement and personal growth.

The academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of all students, alongside various enrichment activities that promote character development. Support services are in place to assist students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, with 25.6% of pupils eligible for free school meals. This reflects the school’s commitment to inclusivity and ensuring that all students have access to quality education.

Richard Rose Morton Academy also provides information on key dates, including term dates and the structure of the academy day, ensuring that parents are well-informed about their children's educational journey. The school’s facilities and governance structure are designed to foster a supportive learning environment for all students. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.rrma.org.uk/.

Key details

LA
Cumberland
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
900
Pupils
883
Boys
439
Girls
444
FSM %
25.60
Open date
2008-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 883 439 444 900 25.60
2024-09-11 894 465 429 900 26.30
2023-09-11 866 454 412 1150 23.60
2022-09-11 866 454 412 1150 23.60
2021-09-11 814 423 391 1150 21.60
2020-09-11 753 376 377 1150 16.30

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