St John Southworth Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson

URN: 119655 • Nelson BB9 0DQ

Overview

Name
St John Southworth Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson
URN
119655
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jemma Stuttard (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Lomeshaye Road, Nelson BB9 0DQ

Summary

St John Southworth Roman Catholic Primary School, located in Nelson, Lancashire, is a mixed voluntary aided primary school with a current enrolment of 212 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where children can grow personally, academically, socially, and spiritually, with a strong emphasis on Catholic values. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "Together in the family of God," reflecting its dedication to community and inclusivity.

The school offers a stimulating curriculum designed to inspire students and celebrate the cultural and industrial diversity of the local area. Led by Headteacher Jemma Stuttard, the staff and governing body work collaboratively to ensure that each child receives a well-rounded education. The school is part of the Romero Catholic Academy Trust, which supports its mission and values.

St John Southworth prioritises attendance and has clear policies regarding leave during term time, only permitting absences under exceptional circumstances. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and can find further information on the school’s website or by contacting the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
212
Boys
109
Girls
103
FSM %
38.20
Open date
Close date
2023-06-30
Last Ofsted
2021-11-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 212 109 103 210 38.20
2024-09-11 212 109 103 210 38.20
2023-09-11 212 115 97 210 33.00
2022-09-11 212 115 97 210 33.00
2021-09-11 213 115 98 210 26.80
2020-09-11 213 114 99 210 21.10

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