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Austin Friars

Carlisle, Cumbria, North West · CA3 9PB

Set in Carlisle, Austin Friars is a small independent school taking pupils from age 11, with around 323 on roll. Its intimate scale tends to suit families who value a close-knit community and individual attention over the busier feel of a larger institution. Admission at 11 is via an entrance assessment, so prospective families should plan for the 11+ stage.

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Overview & data

Type: independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils: 323
Location: Carlisle, Cumbria, North West
Website: www.austinfriars.co.uk

Entrance & admissions

Entry age: 11

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Latest results

Attainment 8

15.6

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Published figures place the school's average Attainment 8 score at 15.6, well below the national average of 46.9, and record 0% of pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national figure of 47%. These headline measures are notably low, and parents may wish to discuss them directly with the school to understand the context behind them, including cohort size and how progress is supported.

The last word

A small independent option in Carlisle for families seeking a personal setting, though its published academic results warrant careful questions during any visit.

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