How many pupils does Lorton School have?

Lorton School has 45 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

Is Lorton School part of an academy trust?

Yes — Lorton School is part of THE GOOD SHEPHERD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST.

Where is Lorton School?

Lorton School is located at High Lorton, Cockermouth, Cumberland, CA13 9UL.

Lorton School

High Lorton, Cockermouth, Cumberland, CA13 9UL

Not rated

Not yet inspected

Not inspected

Ofsted

67%

KS2 expected

Primary

Phase

4–11

Ages

Pupils

Mixed

Gender

Academy converter

Type

About Lorton School

Lorton School is an academy converter in Cockermouth, Cumberland, England, for pupils aged 4–11. It has 45 pupils on roll. It is part of THE GOOD SHEPHERD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST. At the end of Key Stage 2, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. 4.4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 6.7% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority: Cumberland →
School Type: Academy converter
Phase: Primary
Age Range: Ages 4–11
Gender: Mixed
Pupils / Capacity: 45 / 70 (64%)
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply

Pupil profile

2023/24

Who attends this school — useful context if you’re considering teaching here.

4.4%

Free school meals

6.7%

EAL

SEN support

28.9%

EHC plan

Source: DfE School Census, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Results & performance

2023/24

Official Department for Education results, pupil destinations and attendance.

SATs results (Key Stage 2)

67%

Expected standard (RWM)

Higher standard (RWM)

105

Avg reading score

Avg maths score

Attendance

4.5%

Overall absence

10%

Persistent absence

Source: Department for Education performance tables, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Some independent schools’ qualifications (e.g. IGCSEs) are not all reflected in these figures.

Workforce

2024/25

Staffing at this school, with the trend over recent years — useful if you’re considering working here.

3.57

Teachers (FTE)

↑ +0.4 vs 2023/24

12.6

Pupils per teacher

↓ -1.9 vs 2023/24

1.36

Teaching assistants (FTE)

↓ -0.8 vs 2023/24

£56,300

Avg teacher salary

Mean · 17% on leadership pay

↑ +£18,630 vs 2023/24

Teacher vacancies

0% rate

→ 0 vs 2023/24

1.33

Leadership (FTE)

↑ +0.3 vs 2023/24

Data for the 2024/25 academic year (trend lines show 3 years). Source: DfE School Workforce Census, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. State-funded schools only.

Contact Details

Address: High Lorton, Cockermouth, Cumberland, CA13 9UL
Phone: 0190085919
Headteacher: Joanne Laker
Website: www.lorton.cumbria.sch.uk/

Academy Trust

THE GOOD SHEPHERD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST →

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Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Lorton School?: Lorton School is an academy converter in Cockermouth, Cumberland, England, for pupils aged 4–11.
How many pupils does Lorton School have?: Lorton School has 45 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.
How does Lorton School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?: 67% of pupils at Lorton School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.
Is Lorton School part of an academy trust?: Yes — Lorton School is part of THE GOOD SHEPHERD MULTI ACADEMY TRUST.
Where is Lorton School?: Lorton School is located at High Lorton, Cockermouth, Cumberland, CA13 9UL.

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