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Newtown Primary School

Newtown Road, Carlisle, CA2 7LW

Academy sponsor led · Ages 3–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

May 2023

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55% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

67.0%

Writing

58.0%

Maths

61.0%

RWM Combined

55.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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St Bede's Catholic Primary School

0.51 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Caldew Lea School

0.8 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Belle Vue Primary School

0.81 km away · Community school

Good

Newlaithes Infant School

1.34 km away · Community school

Good

Newlaithes Junior School

1.34 km away · Community school

Good

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About Newtown Primary School

Newtown Primary School is a primary school in Carlisle, Cumberland. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2023 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 38 responses), 95% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 55% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 144 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Newtown Road, Carlisle, CA2 7LW | More schools in Cumberland

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Newtown Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

May 2023 — Requires improvement
Jan 2020 — Inadequate (predecessor: Newtown Community Primary School)
Oct 2017 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Newtown Community Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Newtown Primary School

What is Newtown Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Newtown Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What do parents say about Newtown Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 38 responses): 95% of parents would recommend Newtown Primary School.

What are Newtown Primary School's latest exam results?

Newtown Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 55% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Newtown Primary School located?

Newtown Primary School is a primary school in Carlisle, Cumberland (CA2 7LW).

How many pupils attend Newtown Primary School?

Newtown Primary School has around 144 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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