Richard Durning's Endowed Primary School
URN: 119409 • Ormskirk L40 3SL
Overview
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Christian
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 66.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rebecca Whitfield (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01257462968
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chorley Road, Ormskirk L40 3SL
Summary
Richard Durning's Endowed Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Ormskirk, Lancashire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 86 pupils, with a capacity of 120. The school prioritises a nurturing environment where children’s needs and interests shape the curriculum. The school aims to develop happy, resilient, and independent individuals who achieve high standards by focusing on five key Curriculum Drivers.
The school is organised into four classes, including a dedicated nursery, and employs a mixed-age and mixed-ability approach to teaching. This structure allows for tailored learning experiences, ensuring that each child can progress at their own pace. The nursery offers 30 hours of free early education, with a curriculum designed to engage young learners through hands-on activities.
Facilities include modern classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards, a portable computer suite, and access to outdoor play areas. The school community, including staff, parents, and governors, is committed to fostering a supportive atmosphere where children can thrive both academically and socially.
The school is organised into four classes, including a dedicated nursery, and employs a mixed-age and mixed-ability approach to teaching. This structure allows for tailored learning experiences, ensuring that each child can progress at their own pace. The nursery offers 30 hours of free early education, with a curriculum designed to engage young learners through hands-on activities.
Facilities include modern classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards, a portable computer suite, and access to outdoor play areas. The school community, including staff, parents, and governors, is committed to fostering a supportive atmosphere where children can thrive both academically and socially.
Useful links
- Week Ending 13th December 2024 (download)
- Week Ending 6th December 2024 (download)
- Week Ending 29th November 2024 (download)
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 120
- Pupils
- 86
- Boys
- 46
- Girls
- 40
- FSM %
- 2.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 86 | 46 | 40 | 120 | 2.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 85 | 43 | 42 | 120 | 2.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 84 | 39 | 45 | 120 | 2.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 84 | 39 | 45 | 120 | 2.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 84 | 39 | 45 | 120 | 3.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 81 | 36 | 45 | 120 | 0.00 |
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