Cobbs Brow School

URN: 119329 • Skelmersdale WN8 6SU

Overview

Name
Cobbs Brow School
URN
119329
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
72.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ian Eaton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01695720632
Website
Visit
Address
Manfield, Skelmersdale WN8 6SU

Summary

Cobbs Brow Primary School is a community school located in Skelmersdale, Lancashire, catering to mixed-gender pupils from the ages of 4 to 11. With a current enrolment of 312 students and a capacity of 320, the school prides itself on providing a happy, secure, and friendly learning environment where every child is valued. The school emphasizes a strong partnership between staff, governors, and parents to engage and motivate children in their educational journey.

In its most recent Ofsted inspection in March 2025, Cobbs Brow received outstanding ratings in several key areas, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, early years provision, and leadership and management. The personal development of pupils was rated as good, reflecting the school’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals. This positive atmosphere fosters a sense of belonging among students, who feel part of a supportive community.

Cobbs Brow offers a range of extracurricular activities and maintains a focus on high attendance, with a target of 96%. The school community is dedicated to inspiring children to achieve their best, making it an exceptional place for learning and growth. For more information, visit their website at www.cobbsbrowschool.co.uk.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
320
Pupils
312
Boys
163
Girls
149
FSM %
22.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2014-07-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 312 163 149 320 22.10
2024-09-11 318 167 151 320 21.10
2023-09-11 330 166 164 320 22.60
2022-09-11 330 166 164 320 22.60
2021-09-11 330 167 163 320 23.10
2020-09-11 340 169 171 320 18.80

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