St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley

URN: 119671 • Chorley PR6 0JF

Overview

Name
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Chorley
URN
119671
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Annie Douglas (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01257265998
Website
Visit
Address
Cedar Road, Chorley PR6 0JF

Summary

St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Chorley is a voluntary aided primary school with a strong Catholic ethos, dedicated to nurturing each child's unique gifts and talents. The school operates under the mission statement, "Following in the footsteps of Jesus, we live, love and learn," which reflects its commitment to fostering a supportive and encouraging environment for all pupils.

With a current enrolment of 236 students, exceeding its capacity of 210, St. Joseph's prioritises high expectations for academic excellence and personal development. The curriculum is designed to be rich and diverse, providing students with opportunities to explore new subjects and engage in exciting learning experiences. Safeguarding is a top priority, ensuring that children feel safe and valued throughout their educational journey.

The school places a strong emphasis on community and parental involvement, maintaining an "open door" policy to foster collaboration between families and staff. St. Joseph's aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where children can thrive both academically and spiritually, preparing them for their future roles in society.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
236
Boys
114
Girls
122
FSM %
27.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 236 114 122 210 27.50
2024-09-11 238 114 124 210 28.60
2023-09-11 200 107 93 210 25.50
2022-09-11 200 107 93 210 25.50
2021-09-11 205 102 103 210 22.90
2020-09-11 205 112 93 210 21.00

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