Wheatley Lane Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN: 119702 • Burnley BB12 9ED
Overview
- Name
- Wheatley Lane Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School
- URN
- 119702
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Methodist
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tracy Hallows (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Fence, Burnley BB12 9ED
Summary
Wheatley Lane Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Burnley, Lancashire, is a mixed primary school with a current enrolment of 205 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 210. The school operates under the ethos of the Methodist Church, aiming to provide a nurturing environment where each child is celebrated as unique and encouraged to reach their full potential. The school emphasizes a strong partnership with parents to uphold high standards in behaviour and academic achievement.
The curriculum at Wheatley Lane is designed to inspire creativity and promote independent learning, ensuring that all children are supported in their educational journey. The staff are committed to fostering a compassionate community that respects diversity and promotes the spiritual, emotional, and mental well-being of every individual. Daily acts of worship are integral to the school’s routine, reflecting its Christian values and commitment to developing a strong moral foundation in students.
Wheatley Lane Methodist Primary School actively engages with the local community and external agencies to meet the diverse needs of its pupils. The school’s vision prioritises respect, love, and valuing each child, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all families.
The curriculum at Wheatley Lane is designed to inspire creativity and promote independent learning, ensuring that all children are supported in their educational journey. The staff are committed to fostering a compassionate community that respects diversity and promotes the spiritual, emotional, and mental well-being of every individual. Daily acts of worship are integral to the school’s routine, reflecting its Christian values and commitment to developing a strong moral foundation in students.
Wheatley Lane Methodist Primary School actively engages with the local community and external agencies to meet the diverse needs of its pupils. The school’s vision prioritises respect, love, and valuing each child, creating a welcoming atmosphere for all families.
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Nearby alternatives
- Burnley Stoneyholme Community Primary School (71.8)
- Heasandford Primary School (64.7)
- Barden Primary School (63.0)
- Read St John's CofE Primary School (62.9)
- Worsthorne Primary School (62.8)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 205
- Boys
- 93
- Girls
- 112
- FSM %
- 7.80
- Open date
- Close date
- 2024-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 205 | 93 | 112 | 210 | 7.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 205 | 93 | 112 | 210 | 7.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 211 | 91 | 120 | 210 | 8.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 211 | 91 | 120 | 210 | 8.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 207 | 91 | 116 | 210 | 4.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 209 | 95 | 114 | 210 | 5.70 |
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