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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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