St Chad's Catholic Primary School

URN: 119679 • Chorley PR6 8LL

Overview

Name
St Chad's Catholic Primary School
URN
119679
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Riley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01257264480
Website
Visit
Address
South Hill, Chorley PR6 8LL

Summary

St Chad's Catholic Primary School, located in Chorley, Lancashire, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 138 pupils, with a capacity for 157. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment rooted in Gospel values, as reflected in its mission statement inspired by St. Catherine of Siena. The core values of dignity, compassion, gentleness, and peace guide the school's ethos, encouraging students to grow and contribute positively to the world.

The curriculum at St Chad's aims to promote human flourishing, helping children to "be who they were created to be." The dedicated staff, including teachers and support personnel, work collaboratively to provide a supportive and enriching educational experience. The school also benefits from an active Governing Body that plays a crucial role in its continuous improvement.

St Chad's prioritises the promotion of British values, such as democracy and mutual respect, within its Catholic framework. The school community is encouraged to engage with these values, fostering character development and a moral perspective among pupils. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
157
Pupils
138
Boys
80
Girls
58
FSM %
1.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 138 80 58 157 1.40
2024-09-11 139 80 59 157 1.40
2023-09-11 143 78 65 157 2.10
2022-09-11 143 78 65 157 2.10
2021-09-11 143 82 61 157 2.10
2020-09-11 139 78 61 157 3.60

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