Best 3 Not applicable schools in Cumberland – comparison

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We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: James Rennie School (Not applicable) in Carlisle; Mayfield School (Not applicable) in Whitehaven; Gillford Centre (Not applicable) in Carlisle — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares James Rennie School, Mayfield School and Gillford Centre. They are not applicable phase and academy special converter, community special school and pupil referral unit type located around Carlisle, Cumbria and Whitehaven, Cumbria. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (James Rennie School), published Jun 2014. The lowest is 2 (Gillford Centre), published Mar 2013. The most recent inspection on record is for James Rennie School (Jun 2014). average roll around ≈ 200, combined total ≈ 550, typical FSM 45–50%, range 30–35%–55–60%; all within the The Eden Academy trust.

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Attribute	James Rennie School CA3 0BU	Mayfield School CA28 8UG	Gillford Centre CA2 4JE
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Academy special converter	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Pupil referral unit
Location	Carlisle Cumbria CA3 0BU	Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 8UG	Carlisle Cumbria CA2 4JE
Latest Ofsted	1 17 Jun 2014	1 9 Nov 2012	2 14 Mar 2013
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	195	255	—
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	—
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	The Eden Academy	Cumberland (942)	Cumberland (942)
Website	www.jamesrennie.cumbria.sch.uk	www.mayfield.cumbria.sch.uk	www.thegillfordcentre.co.uk
Telephone	01228554280	01946691253	01228226957
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

James Rennie School

CA3 0BU

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Carlisle
Cumbria
CA3 0BU
Ofsted: 1 17 Jun 2014
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Eden Academy
Website: www.jamesrennie.cumbria.sch.uk
Telephone: 01228554280

Mayfield School

CA28 8UG

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Whitehaven
Cumbria
CA28 8UG
Ofsted: 1 9 Nov 2012
Pupils: ≈ 250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Cumberland (942)
Website: www.mayfield.cumbria.sch.uk
Telephone: 01946691253

Gillford Centre

CA2 4JE

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Pupil referral unit
Location: Carlisle
Cumbria
CA2 4JE
Ofsted: 2 14 Mar 2013
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Cumberland (942)
Website: www.thegillfordcentre.co.uk
Telephone: 01228226957

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.