Leyland Methodist Junior School
URN: 119400 • Leyland PR25 3ET
Overview
- Name
- Leyland Methodist Junior School
- URN
- 119400
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Methodist
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kathryn Melling (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Canberra Road, Leyland PR25 3ET
Summary
Leyland Methodist Junior School, located in Leyland, Lancashire, is a voluntary controlled primary school with a current enrolment of 271 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 280. The school is part of the Epworth Education Trust, which it joined in April 2024, enhancing its commitment to providing quality education. The school operates under a strong Christian ethos, encapsulated in its motto, "To Love, Serve, and Celebrate Together," which guides its approach to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
The school prioritises the celebration of each child's unique talents and aims to provide a nurturing atmosphere where all pupils can thrive academically and personally. Leyland Methodist Junior School is dedicated to working closely with families, ensuring that every child's educational journey is both successful and enjoyable. The leadership encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for families to engage with the school community through open days and other events.
With a focus on safeguarding and child protection, the school is committed to the well-being of its students. Leyland Methodist Junior School also supports a diverse student body, with 16.2% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its inclusive approach to education.
The school prioritises the celebration of each child's unique talents and aims to provide a nurturing atmosphere where all pupils can thrive academically and personally. Leyland Methodist Junior School is dedicated to working closely with families, ensuring that every child's educational journey is both successful and enjoyable. The leadership encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for families to engage with the school community through open days and other events.
With a focus on safeguarding and child protection, the school is committed to the well-being of its students. Leyland Methodist Junior School also supports a diverse student body, with 16.2% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its inclusive approach to education.
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 280
- Pupils
- 271
- Boys
- 144
- Girls
- 127
- FSM %
- 16.20
- Open date
- Close date
- 2024-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 271 | 144 | 127 | 280 | 16.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 271 | 144 | 127 | 280 | 16.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 270 | 139 | 131 | 280 | 16.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 270 | 139 | 131 | 280 | 16.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 267 | 135 | 132 | 280 | 16.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 279 | 134 | 145 | 280 | 11.80 |
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