Great Orton Primary School
47%
Capacity
33
Pupils
5.0x
Demand
About Great Orton Primary School
Great Orton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cumberland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 33 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (47% of 70 places).
Ofsted has rated Great Orton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Walker, it falls under Cumberland local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12442nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 86th out of 111 in Cumberland.
Great Orton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 15 applications for 3 places, making it 5.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Great Orton Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Cumberland, Great Orton Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Great Orton, Carlisle, Cumberland, CA5 6NA |
| Headteacher | Matthew Walker |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Number of Pupils | 33 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.4% |
| School Capacity | 33 / 70 (47% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12442nd of 13,686
Nationally
1844th of 2,065
In North West
86th of 111
In Cumberland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed3
15
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Great Orton, Carlisle
Cumberland, CA5 6NA
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