Caldew School News

Parent Governor VacanciesWednesday, 12th February 2025

We have vacancies on our Governing Body for two Parent Governors. If you are interested in this role and would like further information please contact Sarah Connolly, Clerk to the Governors at Sarah.Connolly@caldew.cumbria.sch.uk   ...


Year 9 Parents - Vaccination Letter January 2025Thursday, 9th January 2025

A letter has been sent home regarding vaccinations for Year 9 The letter can be viewed here Year 9 Vaccination Letter


Letter to Sixth Form Parents 19.12.2024Thursday, 19th December 2024

Letter to Sixth Form Parents 19.12.2024


Letter to parents 15.10.24Tuesday, 15th October 2024

15 October 2024   Dear Parents and Carers, I am writing to tell you about an exciting development happening at our school. We are delighted to announce that The Cumberland Support Trust has awarded us a potential £10 million, ...


Bulletin Sept 24Thursday, 12th September 2024

September 2024 Dear Parents and Carers   I would like to wish you all a warm welcome back to the new school year and I hope you have all had a lovely summer.  An especially warm welcome goes to our new Year 7 families and to ...

Leaders have created a welcoming and supportive environment at this school. Pupils and students achieve well in their learning. They are well prepared for their next steps in education, employment and training.

Ofsted 2022

Leaders provide effective careers guidance to pupils from Year 7 through to Year 13. Clear guidance, including preparation for interviews and ‘Work Ready Days’, helps pupils and students to make considered choices for their next steps.

Ofsted 2022

Staff have high expectations for pupils’ and students’ behaviour and learning. Pupils and students behave well in lessons and around the school site. They are polite to each other and look out for others in the school.

Ofsted 2022

Leaders have made significant progress in improving the school since the previous inspection. They have focused on creating a broad and ambitious curriculum which meets the needs of pupils and students, including those with special educational needs and /or disabilities (SEND).

Ofsted 2022

An effective programme of personal development has been created for pupils in key stages 3 and 4. This prepares pupils well for their future, giving them opportunities to have important discussions about healthy relationships, social and moral issues.

Ofsted 2022