St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall
URN: 119665 • Rossendale BB4 8SU
Overview
- Name
- St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall
- URN
- 119665
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gary Hall (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01706216190
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Unity Way, Rossendale BB4 8SU
Summary
St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, located in Rawtenstall, Lancashire, is a voluntary aided primary school with a strong commitment to Catholic values. The school serves a mixed-gender population of 213 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 210, and aims to nurture each child's unique worth, emphasizing their individual potential as creations of God.
The curriculum at St James-the-Less is designed to foster a supportive and inspiring learning environment. Dedicated staff members work diligently to ensure that every pupil feels valued and encouraged to achieve their best. The school also promotes community involvement through various events and initiatives, reinforcing the importance of service and collaboration among students.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through regular events, such as parents' evenings and community coffee mornings. The school’s website provides essential information about admissions, the curriculum, and upcoming events, making it a valuable resource for families seeking to understand and participate in their children's educational journey.
The curriculum at St James-the-Less is designed to foster a supportive and inspiring learning environment. Dedicated staff members work diligently to ensure that every pupil feels valued and encouraged to achieve their best. The school also promotes community involvement through various events and initiatives, reinforcing the importance of service and collaboration among students.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through regular events, such as parents' evenings and community coffee mornings. The school’s website provides essential information about admissions, the curriculum, and upcoming events, making it a valuable resource for families seeking to understand and participate in their children's educational journey.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Holy Apostles, Rossendale (Facebook) (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- 25 Sep 2025 22nd September 2025 Keep up to date with our latest Splash Newsletter! (download)
- 12 Sep 2025 8th September 2025 Find attached our first Splashnews of this academic year! (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Curriculum Policies (other)
- Charging Policy (other)
- Policies & Documents (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 213
- Boys
- 97
- Girls
- 116
- FSM %
- 13.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 213 | 97 | 116 | 210 | 13.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 209 | 96 | 113 | 210 | 12.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 208 | 101 | 107 | 210 | 11.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 208 | 101 | 107 | 210 | 11.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 208 | 102 | 106 | 210 | 9.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 208 | 97 | 111 | 210 | 5.80 |
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