Samuel King's School

Samuel King's School is a foundation secondary school located in Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3QU. As a mixed-gender school, it serves students aged 11 to 16, with a current enrollment of 107 pupils, which is significantly below its capacity of 235. The school operates in a rural setting, catering primarily to the local community of Alston and surrounding areas. Samuel King's has a non-selective admissions policy, ensuring access to education for all students within its catchment area. The school strives to foster a nurturing environment, reflecting its motto, 'Learning with respect, growing with resilience, achieving through teamwork.' This ethos guides its approach to education and community engagement.