Caldew School

URN: 137254 • Carlisle CA5 7NN

Overview

Name
Caldew School
URN
137254
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CALDEW SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Victoria Jackson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01228710044
Website
Visit
Address
Dalston, Carlisle CA5 7NN

Summary

Caldew School is a mixed secondary academy located in Carlisle, Cumberland, catering to approximately 989 students aged 11-18, with a capacity of 1,050. The school prides itself on providing a supportive and inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their potential. With a focus on high academic standards, Caldew offers a traditional curriculum that prepares students for a variety of pathways, including university, further education, and apprenticeships.

The ethos of Caldew School is encapsulated in its vision statement: "Aspire, Believe, Achieve." The school emphasizes the importance of personal development alongside academic success, fostering resilience, respect, and community spirit among its students. The dedicated staff work closely with parents to ensure that each child receives tailored support, helping them grow into confident individuals.

Caldew School has a strong reputation for excellence, with many students progressing to prestigious universities. The school values lifelong learning and continuously seeks to improve, creating an environment where both students and staff are inspired to reach new heights.

Key details

LA
Cumberland
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
CALDEW SCHOOL
Capacity
1050
Pupils
989
Boys
486
Girls
503
FSM %
19.70
Open date
2011-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cumbria

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 989 486 503 1050 19.70
2024-09-11 977 488 489 1050 18.20
2023-09-11 960 492 468 1050 14.40
2022-09-11 960 492 468 1050 14.40
2021-09-11 938 487 451 1050 14.00
2020-09-11 949 484 465 1050 9.50

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