Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School
Ormskirk, L40 4AE · Lancashire · primary school
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352nd 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,224 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.5/10 among them, against 1.2/10 nationally. 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 | 45.0 · 13 | 40% | 0.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 45.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.5 out of 10 among them, against 1.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in athletics, badminton, cricket, football, volleyball, rounders, dodgeball, frisbee, and woodland craft. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 135 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes? How are the various sports and craft activities integrated into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School
Overview
Burscough Bridge St John’s Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school. Leaders have designed a relevant and ambitious curriculum, ensuring pupils achieve well and feel safe, happy, and supported. The school provides a calm and orderly environment where staff are valued and pupils are highly motivated.
Strengths
- Children make a confident start, becoming "inquisitive and active learners" who enjoy exploring the outdoor wooded area.
- Leaders prioritise reading, ensuring staff are well-trained to teach phonics and that pupils receive extra support if they find reading difficult.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "fully access the curriculum alongside their classmates" thanks to successful adaptations by teachers.
- Staff promote pupils’ physical and emotional well-being, helping them understand healthy relationships and keep themselves safe online.
- Governors bring "high levels of commitment" to their role, and staff appreciate that leaders make their workloads manageable.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, pupils’ knowledge has not built well over time, leaving gaps in their learning.
- Leaders should ensure staff have the expertise to deliver newly revised curriculums consistently well and that these are implemented fully.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff being vigilant and passing on worries about pupil welfare quickly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 45% |
| 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
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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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