Irthington Village School
Irthington, Carlisle, CA6 4NJOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Irthington Village School is a primary school in Carlisle for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 178 schools in Cumberland. It ranks 20th of 40 primary schools in Carlisle. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2012.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 22 February 2012, report published 15 March 2012
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 22 November 2022
Pupils are happy at Irthington Village School. They said that it is a friendly place and everyone is kind and caring. Pupils and children of all ages enjoy playing with their friends outside in the lovely grounds. They appreciate the outdoor spaces that staff have created for them and make good use of them. Staff have forged positive relationships with pupils and know them well. Pupils are confident that staff will listen to their concerns or worries. They say that leaders deal well with any incidents of bullying. This helps pupils to feel safe. Leaders have high expectations of pupils' behaviour and learning. Pupils understand these expectations and try their best to rise to them. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), achieve well. Leaders and governors ensure that the school is rooted in the local community. Pupils are proud of the work that they do to help people who live in the village. For example, pupils recently distributed harvest hampers. Pupils have also helped to plant wild flowers for Britain in Bloom. They have also worked with a local project to reduce carbon emissions. This work helps pupils to become responsible citizens and to develop a sense of place and connection to their community.
What the school should improve
- In some subjects, leaders have not provided sufficient training for subject leaders. As a result, some leaders do not have the knowledge and expertise to lead their subjects as effectively as they could. Leaders should ensure that all subject leaders are given further support to lead their subjects well across the school.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
9 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
66 pupils on roll, with places for 85
Schools near Irthington Village School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brampton Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| Hayton CofE Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | 88% met the expected standard |
| Warwick Bridge Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 59% met the expected standard |
| Crosby-on-Eden CofE School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 88% met the expected standard |
| Lanercost CofE Primary School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 82% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Lynn Harrison
- Phone
- 01228212050
- Address
- Irthington, Carlisle, CA6 4NJ
- Local authority
- Cumberland
- URN
- 112113
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.