Bishop Martin Church of England Primary School

URN: 119616 • Skelmersdale WN8 9BN

Overview

Name
Bishop Martin Church of England Primary School
URN
119616
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anne-Marie Warrington (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Birkrig, Skelmersdale WN8 9BN

Summary

Bishop Martin Church of England Primary School, located in Skelmersdale, Lancashire, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 223 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment, guided by its motto, "Learning Together, Growing in Faith," which is rooted in Christian values such as Hope, Trust, Respect, Kindness, and Love.

The curriculum at Bishop Martin is designed to promote holistic development, integrating academic learning with spiritual growth. The school places a strong emphasis on collective worship and the inclusion of all students, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive. The dedicated staff, led by Executive Headteacher Mrs A Barron, work collaboratively to create a positive learning atmosphere and provide tailored support through various initiatives, including the Pupil Premium and Sports Premium.

Bishop Martin also values community engagement, offering a range of extracurricular activities and events to foster connections among families and the wider community. The school is actively involved in promoting well-being and resilience among its students, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future educational journeys.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
223
Boys
112
Girls
111
FSM %
52.90
Open date
Close date
2023-10-31
Last Ofsted
2018-01-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 223 112 111 210 52.90
2024-09-11 223 112 111 210 52.90
2023-09-11 234 130 104 315 57.40
2022-09-11 234 130 104 315 57.40
2021-09-11 238 122 116 315 47.20
2020-09-11 237 132 105 315 45.20

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