Laneshaw Bridge Primary

URN: 119170 • Colne BB8 7JE

Overview

Name
Laneshaw Bridge Primary
URN
119170
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
74.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jo Sharples (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Emmott Lane, Colne BB8 7JE

Summary

Laneshaw Bridge Primary School, located in the village of Pendle, Colne, is a community school that serves a mixed-gender population of 214 pupils, slightly exceeding its capacity of 210. The school has received an outstanding rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to providing a high-quality education. The leadership team, comprising Executive Headteacher Gaynor Canty and Head of School Chloe Whitaker, prioritises a child-centred approach, aiming to inspire confidence and independence in every student.

The curriculum at Laneshaw Bridge is designed to be broad and creative, encouraging children to achieve their best and fostering a lifelong love of learning. The school employs evidence-based teaching methods and places significant emphasis on professional development for staff to ensure high-quality educational experiences. Additionally, the school provides robust pastoral care and targeted interventions to support individual student needs.

Community engagement is a key focus, with an open-door policy that encourages collaboration between families and the school. Laneshaw Bridge values strong relationships and feedback from parents, believing that partnership is essential for the benefit of the children.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
214
Boys
106
Girls
108
FSM %
4.20
Open date
Close date
2018-08-31
Last Ofsted
2008-01-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 214 106 108 210 4.20
2024-09-11 214 106 108 210 4.20
2023-09-11 214 106 108 210 4.20
2022-09-11 214 106 108 210 4.20
2021-09-11 214 106 108 210 4.20
2020-09-11 214 106 108 210 4.20

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