Anderton Primary School

URN: 119202 • Adlington PR6 9NN

Overview

Name
Anderton Primary School
URN
119202
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
78.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Norton-Smith (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
Telephone
01257480551
Website
Visit
Address
Babylon Lane, Adlington PR6 9NN

Summary

Anderton Primary School is a community school located in Adlington, Lancashire, serving the villages of Anderton, Adlington, and Heath Charnock, with some pupils coming from Chorley and Horwich. Established in 1910, the school has been modernised to provide a welcoming environment for its 191 pupils, with a capacity for 210. The school prioritises the safety, happiness, and well-being of its community, aiming to create a vibrant atmosphere where every child matters.

The curriculum at Anderton Primary is designed to inspire a love of learning and encourage independent thinking. It includes a strong emphasis on history, where pupils are encouraged to explore the past through various sources and hands-on experiences. The school offers a supportive environment tailored to meet the needs of all learners, ensuring that each child can achieve their potential.

Anderton Primary School fosters strong relationships between home, school, and the wider community. The school encourages parental involvement and offers various resources, including after-school clubs and a comprehensive prospectus, to keep families informed and engaged in their children's education.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
191
Boys
93
Girls
98
FSM %
11.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 191 93 98 210 11.00
2024-09-11 190 87 103 210 12.60
2023-09-11 191 98 93 210 11.50
2022-09-11 191 98 93 210 11.50
2021-09-11 181 99 82 210 11.00
2020-09-11 186 103 83 210 10.20

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