The Best Schools In Orthwaite Rated & Reviewed


School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Orthwaite. These top schools near Orthwaite are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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1

Keswick School

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Our number one ranked school in Orthwaite based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Keswick School.

Pupils
1205
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
2

Cockermouth School

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Cockermouth School is ranked second in Orthwaite based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1285
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
3

The Nelson Thomlinson School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Orthwaite based on our authoritative ranking is The Nelson Thomlinson School.

Pupils
1192
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary controlled school
4

Lime House School

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The school ranked at number four in our Orthwaite league table is Lime House School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
136
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school

Top 5 best performing schools in Orthwaite and their catchment areas in Orthwaite ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Keswick School
  • Cockermouth School
  • The Nelson Thomlinson School
  • Lime House School

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