Balshaw Lane Community Primary School

URN: 119312 • Chorley PR7 6NS

Overview

Name
Balshaw Lane Community Primary School
URN
119312
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
76.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Gregson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Bredon Avenue, Chorley PR7 6NS

Summary

Balshaw Lane Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Chorley, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 388 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, reflecting its ethos and values that align with British values. The school aims to provide a well-rounded education that not only focuses on academic achievement but also on the personal development of each child.

The curriculum at Balshaw Lane is designed to engage students across all year groups, from Year 1 to Year 6, with a range of subjects that promote critical thinking and creativity. The school emphasizes the importance of community involvement and encourages parental support, ensuring that families are actively engaged in their children's education.

With a free school meal percentage of 10.3%, Balshaw Lane Community Primary School is dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all students. The school offers various resources and support for parents, helping them navigate their child's educational journey and fostering a strong school-community partnership.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
388
Boys
205
Girls
183
FSM %
10.30
Open date
Close date
2024-03-31
Last Ofsted
2011-11-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 388 205 183 420 10.30
2024-09-11 388 205 183 420 10.30
2023-09-11 361 195 166 385 7.80
2022-09-11 361 195 166 365 7.80
2021-09-11 344 183 161 345 4.70
2020-09-11 321 172 149 305 4.70

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