Whalley Church of England Primary School

URN: 119429 • Clitheroe BB7 9SY

Overview

Name
Whalley Church of England Primary School
URN
119429
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Richard Blackburn (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01254823348
Website
Visit
Address
Church Lane, Clitheroe BB7 9SY

Summary

Whalley Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Clitheroe, Lancashire, with a current enrollment of 310 pupils and a capacity of 315. The school promotes a caring, family atmosphere, underpinned by its Christian ethos, which encourages respect, gratitude, and personal responsibility through its guiding principles known as 'The Whalley Way.' The school’s vision is inspired by Proverbs 22:6, emphasizing the importance of nurturing children’s development both academically and personally.

The curriculum at Whalley Primary is designed to be broad and inclusive, catering to the diverse interests and abilities of all students. While the school strives for strong academic results, it recognizes that education encompasses more than just academics, aiming to foster a well-rounded experience for every child. The school also places importance on teaching British Values, promoting tolerance and respect within the community.

Parents are encouraged to engage actively in their child's education and the life of the school. The school maintains open communication with families, ensuring that they feel supported and involved in their children's learning journey. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact staff directly.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
310
Boys
158
Girls
152
FSM %
7.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-12-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 310 158 152 315 7.70
2024-09-11 314 161 153 315 8.60
2023-09-11 312 152 160 315 7.70
2022-09-11 312 152 160 315 7.70
2021-09-11 298 148 150 315 5.70
2020-09-11 273 134 139 280 4.80

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