Brindle St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

URN: 119462 • Chorley PR6 8NH

Overview

Name
Brindle St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN
119462
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
63.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tracy Austin (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01254852379
Website
Visit
Address
Water Street, Chorley PR6 8NH

Summary

Brindle St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in the village of Brindle, Chorley, serves a mixed-gender population of 70 pupils, with a capacity of 70. The school prides itself on fostering a friendly, family atmosphere and a strong Christian ethos, aiming to create a safe and caring environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential. The headteacher, Mrs. Tracy Austin, emphasizes the importance of a supportive community and encourages prospective parents to visit the school.

The curriculum at Brindle St James' is designed to be inclusive and engaging, with a particular focus on history. The school follows the National Curriculum and aims to develop children's historical thinking by examining artefacts and primary sources. Opportunities for field trips and interactions with local historians enrich the learning experience, helping students to connect with their heritage and understand the significance of past events.

With a commitment to nurturing a lifelong love of learning, Brindle St James' provides a range of exciting educational opportunities that inspire and challenge pupils. The school encourages collaboration with families and the wider community to support children's learning and development.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
70
Pupils
70
Boys
43
Girls
27
FSM %
1.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 70 43 27 70 1.40
2024-09-11 68 38 30 70 0.00
2023-09-11 66 34 32 70 0.00
2022-09-11 66 34 32 70 0.00
2021-09-11 68 34 34 70 1.50
2020-09-11 68 34 34 70 0.00

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