Kirkby Thore School
URN: 150507 • Penrith CA10 1UU
Overview
- Name
- Kirkby Thore School
- URN
- 150507
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- CHANGING LIVES LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 38.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennifer Robinson (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01768361497
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kirkby Thore, Penrith CA10 1UU
Summary
Kirkby Thore School is a small primary academy located in Penrith, Cumbria, with a current enrolment of 34 pupils and a capacity of 70. The school is part of the Changing Lives Learning Trust and aims to provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically and socially. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in their motto, "Aim High," which reflects their commitment to fostering confident and caring individuals who develop a love of learning.
The curriculum is designed to be engaging and inclusive, with small class sizes that allow for tailored support and attention. The school emphasizes the importance of being safe, respectful, and ready to learn, with clear expectations for behaviour that are communicated to students at various age levels. This approach helps create a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.
Kirkby Thore School values its strong connections with the local community and encourages parental involvement. The school engages in various collaborative activities with other schools within its trust, enhancing the educational experience through shared expertise and resources. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum is designed to be engaging and inclusive, with small class sizes that allow for tailored support and attention. The school emphasizes the importance of being safe, respectful, and ready to learn, with clear expectations for behaviour that are communicated to students at various age levels. This approach helps create a positive atmosphere conducive to learning.
Kirkby Thore School values its strong connections with the local community and encourages parental involvement. The school engages in various collaborative activities with other schools within its trust, enhancing the educational experience through shared expertise and resources. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND Provision (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Share on Linked In (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Autumn Term 2025 Ancient Egypt (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Term Dates and Timings (other)
- About Us (other)
- 01768 361497 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Beaconside CofE Primary School (68.4)
- Skelton School (65.6)
- Langwathby CofE Primary School (65.3)
- Lazonby C of E Primary School (63.3)
- Greystoke Primary School (63.3)
Key details
- LA
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- CHANGING LIVES LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 70
- Pupils
- 34
- Boys
- 17
- Girls
- 17
- FSM %
- 16.70
- Open date
- 2024-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 34 | 17 | 17 | 70 | 16.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 70 |
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