
John Ruskin School is a community comprehensive secondary school located in the picturesque village of Coniston, Cumbria, within the Lake District National Park. It serves students aged 11 to 16, with a current enrolment of 242 pupils, slightly exceeding its capacity of 230. The school caters to a diverse range of students from Coniston and surrounding areas such as Hawkshead, Langdale, and Broughton. As a non-selective institution, it offers a mixed-gender learning environment with 128 boys and 114 girls. John Ruskin School is renowned for its commitment to personal and academic achievement, bolstered by strong community ties and an emphasis on fostering a supportive and inclusive educational experience. The school's motto, 'Be You, Be Respected, Be Ready for Your Future, Be Valued, Be Resilient,' encapsulates its ethos and approach to education.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. AI-generated editorial content is reviewed for accuracy. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
2 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· Section 8 (did not convert)
S5 Inspection