St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Newchurch

URN: 119664 • Rossendale BB4 9EZ

Overview

Name
St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Newchurch
URN
119664
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
72.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Sullivan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01706229972
Website
Visit
Address
St Peter's Road, Rossendale BB4 9EZ

Summary

St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, located in Rossendale, Lancashire, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender enrolment of 149 pupils, just shy of its capacity of 150. The school is deeply rooted in the Catholic faith, promoting values that encourage every child to flourish in a supportive and nurturing environment. St Peter's is committed to welcoming children from all faiths and backgrounds, fostering a strong sense of community and partnership among families, the parish, and the school.

The school has recently achieved outstanding ratings in both its Ofsted inspection and the Salford Diocese inspection, reflecting its dedication to providing high-quality education and a rich Catholic ethos. The curriculum is designed to stimulate and support children's learning, with a focus on personal development and Christian values.

St Peter's offers various extracurricular activities, including a breakfast club and after-school clubs, to enhance the educational experience. The school prides itself on its family atmosphere, where staff are dedicated to ensuring that every child receives the best possible support and education.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
150
Pupils
149
Boys
73
Girls
76
FSM %
12.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2014-11-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 149 73 76 150 12.10
2024-09-11 151 75 76 150 11.30
2023-09-11 152 81 71 150 7.90
2022-09-11 152 81 71 152 7.90
2021-09-11 154 77 77 152 9.70
2020-09-11 151 72 79 152 7.90

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