St Nicholas Church of England Primary School

URN: 119447 • Accrington BB5 4DN

Overview

Name
St Nicholas Church of England Primary School
URN
119447
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
55.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Liam Noon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01254381875
Website
Visit
Address
St Nicholas Road, Accrington BB5 4DN

Summary

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, located in Accrington, Lancashire, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender intake of 191 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school embraces a Christian ethos, aiming to nurture each child’s spiritual and academic potential, as reflected in their motto, "Growing together in our love of God, learning and life." The school community is described as a "loving family," where pupils are encouraged to understand their worth and develop as lifelong learners.

The curriculum at St Nicholas is broad and ambitious, designed to prepare students for future educational journeys. The school boasts extensive outdoor spaces, including a forest school and a Multi Activity Games Area, which support physical activity and environmental awareness. The dedicated staff focus on both academic and social development, ensuring that children are well-prepared for the next stages of their education.

Recent inspections highlight the school's commitment to nurturing character and personal development, with exceptional collective worship enriching the daily experience of the community. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, and visits are welcomed to experience the supportive environment firsthand.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
191
Boys
105
Girls
86
FSM %
35.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-01-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 191 105 86 210 35.60
2024-09-11 198 103 95 210 37.90
2023-09-11 197 102 95 210 34.50
2022-09-11 197 102 95 210 34.50
2021-09-11 201 108 93 196 38.80
2020-09-11 202 109 93 210 37.10

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