St James' Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale

URN: 119588 • Skelmersdale WN8 6TN

Overview

Name
St James' Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale
URN
119588
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Angela Blacoe (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01695728989
Website
Visit
Address
Ashurst Road, Skelmersdale WN8 6TN

Summary

St James' Catholic Primary School in Skelmersdale is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 235 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is deeply rooted in Catholic values, promoting a sense of belonging, belief, and achievement among its students. The ethos emphasizes love, acceptance, and community involvement, fostering strong relationships within the school and the wider community.

The curriculum at St James' is bespoke and designed to inspire creativity, resilience, and independent learning. Teachers are committed to providing a supportive environment where children can explore their talents and develop self-esteem. The school prioritizes communication with parents, maintaining an open-door policy to encourage collaboration and involvement in their children's education.

St James' actively engages with local and global communities, encouraging students to participate in charitable activities and understand their role in the world. The school aims to create a nurturing atmosphere where each child feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
235
Boys
109
Girls
126
FSM %
14.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 235 109 126 210 14.00
2024-09-11 220 102 118 210 16.40
2023-09-11 207 97 110 210 14.00
2022-09-11 207 97 110 210 14.00
2021-09-11 185 87 98 210 12.50
2020-09-11 169 84 85 210 14.30

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