In 685 AD St Cuthbert, Bishop of Lindisfarne, visited Carlisle and founded both a school and a church.

The school occupied buildings on West Walls, some of which are part of the diocesan offices to this day.

Recent developments include the Uganda Project,[3] the USA Exchange Scheme, and overseas visits and links.

It was the major part of the £20m rebuild programme that was officially opened by the Duke of Kent in October 2012.

This library is a learning resource centre with study areas designed for use by sixth form students.