Leyland St James Church of England Primary School
Leyland, PR26 7SH · Lancashire · primary school
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86th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.0/10 against 3,348 of them, against 7.4/10 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Leyland St James Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access canoeing, kayaking, archery, fencing, aerial climbing, rock climbing, raft building, and orienteering. Arts and music provision includes gymnastics, dance, and yoga. The school offers residential outdoor activity trips and Rock and River visits. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 209 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
What specific support is provided for pupils aiming for the higher standard? How are the outdoor activity trips scheduled to minimise disruption to core lessons?
What Ofsted said about Leyland St James Church of England Primary School
Overview
Leyland St James Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are "proud to attend" and arrive "eager to learn." Leaders have designed an "ambitious curriculum" that ensures most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, achieve well across a range of subjects. The school fosters a positive environment where staff forge "positive relationships" with pupils, helping them to feel safe and supported.
Strengths
- Staff deliver the phonics programme "consistently well," ensuring pupils read books matched to their known sounds and receive timely support if struggling.
- Teachers present new concepts clearly and "routinely check pupils’ understanding," responding to misconceptions promptly in calm, orderly classrooms.
- Leaders ensure a "consistent approach to behaviour management," resolving any unkindness or bullying quickly, resulting in well-mannered pupils.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities have their needs identified early and learn well alongside peers through appropriately adapted curriculum delivery.
- Staff value leaders’ consideration of their workload and well-being, thoroughly enjoying working at the school.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should extend the range of extra-curricular activities, particularly for key stage 1 pupils, to allow more opportunities to develop interests beyond the academic curriculum.
- Leaders should ensure newly appointed governors receive training quickly to enable them to challenge leaders effectively and hold them fully accountable.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to identify risks and concerns reported and followed up swiftly in close collaboration with outside agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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