Hillside Community Primary School

URN: 119298 • Skelmersdale WN8 6DE

Overview

Name
Hillside Community Primary School
URN
119298
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
62.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Angela Aspinwall-Livesey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01695724860
Website
Visit
Address
Egerton, Skelmersdale WN8 6DE

Summary

Hillside Community Primary School, located in Skelmersdale, Lancashire, serves a mixed-gender population of 173 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school operates as a community primary institution, emphasizing inclusivity and support for all students. Approximately 59.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the school's commitment to serving its local community.

The curriculum at Hillside is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encompassing core subjects such as English, Maths, and Science, alongside a broad range of creative and practical subjects, including Art, Music, and Physical Education. The school also prioritises Personal, Social, Health Education (PSHE) and promotes British values, ensuring that students develop not only academically but also socially and emotionally.

Hillside offers various extracurricular activities, including breakfast and after-school clubs, to support families and enhance student engagement. The school fosters a collaborative environment, encouraging parental involvement and feedback through regular surveys and communication, reinforcing its ethos of community and partnership in education.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
173
Boys
90
Girls
83
FSM %
59.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 173 90 83 210 59.70
2024-09-11 189 95 94 210 60.10
2023-09-11 199 102 97 210 58.90
2022-09-11 199 102 97 210 58.90
2021-09-11 192 102 90 210 56.00
2020-09-11 205 108 97 210 50.00

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