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United Kingdom — Cumbria

Lime House School

Holm Hill, Dalston
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Annual Fees$ 11,748 – $ 13,018
Ages7 – 18

Lime House School is a GCSE / A-Level school in Carlisle, United Kingdom. Founded in 1930. It serves 76 students for students aged 7–18. Annual tuition ranges from $11,748 to $13,018 USD.

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Location & Getting There

Holm Hill, DalstonOpen in Maps

NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 1930
Year Founded
76
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available
Scholarships Available
EAL Support
SEN Support
CCF Programme

Key Details

Curricula Offered
GCSEYes
A-LevelYes
Support Services
EAL SupportYes
SEN SupportYes
Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English

Scholarships Available

Merit-based Scholarships

Taylor Scholarships for new entrants to the school can help reduce school fees substantially with two 100% scholarships available

Academic Performance

Standards Met
ISI

ISI Inspection Report

The school meets all the relevant Standards assessed in this October 2024 progress monitoring inspection. The inspection confirmed that appropriate safeguarding arrangements are in place and effectively implemented, including for boarders, with designated staff suitably trained and knowledgeable. The proprietor and senior leaders demonstrate good skills and knowledge, effectively fulfilling their responsibilities.

ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
Appropriate safeguarding arrangements are in place and are implemented effectively, including the safeguarding of boarders
All staff, including the school's safeguarding leaders, are suitably trained and receive regular information and safeguarding updates
Designated safeguarding leaders are knowledgeable about their roles and work well with other agencies to safeguard pupils
The proprietor maintains effective oversight of the school's safeguarding procedures and their implementation, including boarding
Risk assessments are suitably detailed and regularly reviewed
The proprietor and senior leaders demonstrate good skills and knowledge and fulfill their responsibilities effectively
Areas for Development
Leaders had not published an up to date attendance policy on the school's website as required (rectified during inspection)
View Full ISI Report (2024-10-04)

Key facts

Founded
1930
Ages
7–18 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
76
Inspectorate
ISI

About

Lime House School offers boarding and day education to pupils aged 3½ to 18 in a rural Cumbrian environment. The school emphasizes small class sizes and individual attention, with a combination of excellent teaching and learning support. Outstanding GCSE and A-Level results are complemented by a global student community and additional skills programmes including Duke of Edinburgh and Engineering Education.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

Why Families Choose

  • Small class sizes
  • Individual attention
  • Boarding and day options
  • Rural safe environment
  • Global student community
  • Outstanding GCSE and A-Level results
  • Personal tutoring for boarders
  • SEN support including dyslexia unit

Fees & Financials

£9250 – £10250

Original currency: £9250 – £10250.

Facilities & Programmes

Co-Curricular
Duke of Edinburgh Award
YASS
Sports Leadership
Engineering Education Schemes

Student Demographics

School Type
co-ed
Age Range
718
Student Body
Boarding capacity117

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Frequently Asked Questions

The annual fees at Lime House School are £9250 – £10250 per academic year.