Aughton Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Ormskirk, L39 5AS · Lancashire · primary school
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6th of 448 primary schools in Lancashire we can score, 481 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.4/10 against 1,801 of them, against 9.6/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 87.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.82 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 35% | 3.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 27.0 · 97 | 25% | 2.42 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Aughton Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 87.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 27.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in June 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football, tennis, benchball, athletics, cricket, cross country, tag rugby, and swimming.
Getting in
The published school roll is 203 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help in reading? How does the school manage the transition for Year 6 pupils preparing for secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Aughton Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Overview
This inspection judged the school as ‘Outstanding’ across all categories, describing it as an ‘exceptional school’ where pupils ‘delight in attending’. Leaders have crafted an ‘engaging, bespoke and highly ambitious curriculum’ that ensures pupils ‘achieve extremely well’ and are ‘exceptionally well prepared for their future lives’.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘meticulously crafted’, with staff ensuring pupils build knowledge in ‘logical steps’ and quickly addressing misconceptions.
- Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ‘behave impeccably well’ and embody the school’s values.
- Reading is prioritised with an ‘extremely well-implemented reading curriculum’, ensuring even struggling readers receive ‘timely and effective support’.
- Governors work ‘highly effectively’ with staff to ensure pupils ‘flourish academically, socially and emotionally’.
- Pupils develop character through ‘exceptionally well-designed events, trips and visits’, including residential visits that build ‘confidence and resilience’.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 80% |
| 2023/24 | 93% |
| 2024/25 | 87% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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