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Richard Rose Morton Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Richard Rose Morton Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Carlisle, Cumberland , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 883 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

883

Pupils

900

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Richard Rose Morton Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Richard Rose Morton Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cumberland. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 98% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Cumberland before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Richard Rose Morton Academy — School Information

Full address
Wigton Road, Carlisle, CA2 6LB
Local authority
Cumberland
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
25.6% of pupils
DfE URN
135620

Other Secondary Schools in Carlisle

If Richard Rose Morton Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Carlisle are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Richard Rose Morton Academy

Is Richard Rose Morton Academy oversubscribed?

Richard Rose Morton Academy is operating close to its capacity of 900 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Richard Rose Morton Academy?

Admission to Richard Rose Morton Academy is managed by Cumberland. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Richard Rose Morton Academy cover?

Richard Rose Morton Academy is a secondary school in Carlisle, Cumberland, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Richard Rose Morton Academy?

Richard Rose Morton Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.