Summary

Part of The Good Shepherd Multi Academy Trust
School name
Lorton School
Address
High Lorton, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9UL
School type
Academy, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary
Age range
4 to 11
Size
45 pupils enrolled
Email address
secretary@lorton.cumbria.sch.uk
Website address
http://www.lorton.cumbria.sch.uk/ (opens in new tab)

About Lorton School

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Lorton Primary School is a small rural school of 44 pupils and is part of the Good Shepherd Trust. The school dates back to 1809. Over the years it has been updated, improved and new buildings added. It is located in the heart of the village of Lorton and in one of England’s most beautiful valleys. It serves a wide catchment area from the head of Buttermere to include the whole Lorton Vale and Embleton; some children from Cockermouth also choose to attend the school. The majority of children transfer to Cockermouth School for their secondary education, with some to Keswick, and we have well-established links with Cockermouth in particular. The Local Governing Body is supportive, involved in the life of the school and is supported by The Good Shepherd Trust. The Good Shepherd Trust oversee the work that we do and all of the schools in the Trust benefit from a wealth of knowledge and expertise and a close working relationship. Parents are extremely supportive and Friends of Lorton School (FOLS) play a key role including raising money and helping the school in appropriate ways. Funds raised are used to provide many enrichment opportunities for the children. Our last Ofsted Inspection held in the Summer Term of 2025 was successful and recognised that the school continued to be a ‘good school’. The school has a strong 'personal development' offer including '60 things to do whilst you are at Lorton School' which recognises the unique opportunities the school provides for its pupils.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Location and map

High Lorton, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9UL

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