Coppull Parish Church of England Primary School
Chorley, PR7 4PU · Lancashire · primary school
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129th 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 4,240 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7/10 among them, against 6.5/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Coppull Parish Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.7 out of 10 among them, against 6.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 174 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 reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are available during the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in day-to-day teaching?
What Ofsted said about Coppull Parish Church of England Primary School
Overview
Coppull Parish Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "friendly and welcoming place to learn" where pupils are happy and safe. Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and achievement, ensuring that children are well prepared for the next stages of their education. The school fosters a calm environment where pupils are attentive, supported, and encouraged to take on responsibilities within the community.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from "high-quality support, care and guidance," with adults dealing with bullying "quickly and effectively."
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and "well designed," particularly in the early years where children learn numbers and patterns "securely and in depth."
- Teachers possess detailed subject knowledge and use assessment systems well to address "misconceptions and misunderstandings."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified early and achieve well through successfully adapted teaching.
- Reading is a priority, with older pupils being "enthusiastic about their reading lessons" and developing strong comprehension skills.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure adults deliver the new phonics programme consistently, as current inconsistencies are "hindering how well a few pupils learn to read."
- Leaders should ensure teachers regularly recap important learning to help pupils link new knowledge to previous learning, preventing missed opportunities for depth.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders demonstrating vigilance and ensuring staff are highly trained to spot signs of abuse or harm.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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