Waterfoot Primary School

URN: 119199 • Rossendale BB4 9DA

Overview

Name
Waterfoot Primary School
URN
119199
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kelly Devine (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01706830639
Website
Visit
Address
Wolfenden Green, Rossendale BB4 9DA

Summary

Waterfoot Primary School is a community school located in Rossendale, Lancashire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 299 pupils, with a capacity of 315. The school prides itself on its warm and friendly ethos, fostering a supportive environment for both students and families. The school motto, “We think for ourselves but feel for others,” along with six core values—responsibility, kindness, perseverance, confidence, resilience, and respect—guides the school's approach to education and behaviour.

The curriculum at Waterfoot Primary School is designed to challenge students academically while also supporting their social and emotional development. The school is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that all children are valued and provided with equal opportunities, in line with the Equality Act 2010. This commitment extends to promoting diversity and tackling discrimination within the school community.

Waterfoot Primary School maintains strong links with local families and the wider community, encouraging parental involvement and support. The school offers tours for prospective families, allowing them to experience the environment and ethos firsthand. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
299
Boys
140
Girls
159
FSM %
19.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 299 140 159 315 19.50
2024-09-11 300 142 158 315 19.00
2023-09-11 316 148 168 315 19.30
2022-09-11 316 148 168 315 19.30
2021-09-11 313 151 162 315 23.00
2020-09-11 311 149 162 315 17.70

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