Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School
Ormskirk, L40 7RS · Lancashire · primary school
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278th 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 4,296 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0/10 among them, against 3.3/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| 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 Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.0 out of 10 among them, against 3.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Forest School and Year 6 PGL trips.
Getting in
The published school roll is 190 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 in core subjects? What specific support is available for pupils who are not yet meeting expectations in reading, writing, or maths? How does the Forest School curriculum integrate with the main academic timetable?
What Ofsted said about Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School
Overview
Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils "thrive" and are "well prepared for the demands of secondary school." The inspection confirms that staff maintain high expectations for behaviour and academic achievement, fostering an environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to "be themselves while pushing them to be their best."
Strengths
- The school delivers a "high-quality curriculum" rooted in its values, ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, follow an ambitious path.
- Teachers are "empowered" by strong subject knowledge and leadership training, using "skilful questioning" to help pupils deepen their understanding and make connections across concepts.
- A "love of reading permeates the school," with early years phonics delivered with "considerable expertise" and key stage 2 pupils accessing high-quality texts.
- Pupils benefit from robust mental health support, including "grounding sessions," yoga, and meditation, helping them manage emotions and feel secure.
- Staff workload and well-being are prioritised by leaders, and pupils enjoy diverse extra-curricular experiences via the "Lordsgate passport."
Areas to improve
- In a small number of foundation subjects, assessment systems do not yet enable teachers to check how deeply pupils have secured knowledge over time, hindering the demonstration of a "rich body of subject knowledge."
Safeguarding
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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