Brinscall St John's CofE and Methodist Primary School
URN: 119705 • Chorley PR6 8PT
Overview
- Name
- Brinscall St John's CofE and Methodist Primary School
- URN
- 119705
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England/Methodist
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joanna Owen (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01254830700
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Lane, Chorley PR6 8PT
Summary
Brinscall St John's CofE and Methodist Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Chorley, Lancashire, serving a mixed-gender student body of 187 pupils. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education within a nurturing environment that is grounded in Christian values. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "Shining with the Light of Jesus," which promotes determination, kindness, and resilience among students.
The curriculum at Brinscall St John's is designed to engage students through innovative lesson plans and a variety of extracurricular activities that enhance their educational experience. The school prioritises a supportive atmosphere where every child is welcomed and encouraged to thrive, fostering strong relationships among peers and staff alike.
Community involvement is an integral part of school life, with initiatives such as the School Council allowing students to voice their opinions and contribute to school decisions. Parents are encouraged to participate in school events and activities, reinforcing the strong sense of community that characterises Brinscall St John's.
The curriculum at Brinscall St John's is designed to engage students through innovative lesson plans and a variety of extracurricular activities that enhance their educational experience. The school prioritises a supportive atmosphere where every child is welcomed and encouraged to thrive, fostering strong relationships among peers and staff alike.
Community involvement is an integral part of school life, with initiatives such as the School Council allowing students to voice their opinions and contribute to school decisions. Parents are encouraged to participate in school events and activities, reinforcing the strong sense of community that characterises Brinscall St John's.
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 187
- Boys
- 90
- Girls
- 97
- FSM %
- 4.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-01-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 187 | 90 | 97 | 210 | 4.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 197 | 88 | 109 | 210 | 5.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 209 | 100 | 109 | 210 | 8.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 209 | 100 | 109 | 210 | 8.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 210 | 99 | 111 | 210 | 6.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 217 | 96 | 121 | 210 | 6.00 |
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