Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith is a secondary located in Westmorland and Furness, CA11 7EG. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,040 pupils on roll.
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town in a sparse setting
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Westmorland and Furness
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1065
Number of Pupils: 1040
Number of Boys: 545
Number of Girls: 495
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 3.7
Last Changed Date: 2025-03-18
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-03-28
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Marchant
Phone: 01768864621
Website: http://www.qegs.cumbria.sch.uk
Location: Ullswater Road
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith
What is the Ofsted rating of Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith?
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith admit?
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith is a mixed school.
What type of school is Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith?
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith?
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