Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School
URN: 119467 • Chorley PR6 0TE
Overview
- Name
- Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 119467
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 72.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Greenway (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01257264638
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Devonport Way, Chorley PR6 0TE
Summary
Chorley St James' Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Chorley, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 237 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 180. Established in 1873, the school is committed to serving the local community, particularly the less advantaged, within a Christian framework. The school’s ethos is centered around inclusivity, valuing each child's uniqueness, and fostering a sense of belonging among students and staff.
The curriculum at St James' aims to meet the requirements of the National Curriculum while promoting a love of learning and personal development. The school encourages pupils to reach their full potential academically and personally, instilling moral values and respect for diverse cultures and beliefs. Recent Ofsted and SIAMS reports highlight the school's excellence in providing a supportive and stimulating environment.
St James' maintains strong links with the local church and community, emphasizing the importance of holistic development—academic, physical, and spiritual. The school actively supports other church schools and organizations, reinforcing its role as a community beacon of excellence.
The curriculum at St James' aims to meet the requirements of the National Curriculum while promoting a love of learning and personal development. The school encourages pupils to reach their full potential academically and personally, instilling moral values and respect for diverse cultures and beliefs. Recent Ofsted and SIAMS reports highlight the school's excellence in providing a supportive and stimulating environment.
St James' maintains strong links with the local church and community, emphasizing the importance of holistic development—academic, physical, and spiritual. The school actively supports other church schools and organizations, reinforcing its role as a community beacon of excellence.
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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
- 180
- Pupils
- 237
- Boys
- 122
- Girls
- 115
- FSM %
- 16.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 237 | 122 | 115 | 180 | 16.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 233 | 117 | 116 | 180 | 15.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 228 | 105 | 123 | 180 | 17.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 228 | 105 | 123 | 180 | 17.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 243 | 118 | 125 | 180 | 19.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 247 | 129 | 118 | 180 | 20.10 |
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