Ormskirk Church of England Primary School
Ormskirk, L39 2DP · Lancashire · primary school
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128th 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 — 6.6/10 against 4,017 of them, against 6.5/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ormskirk Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. 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 (6.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend trips to Blackpool Zoo, Knowsley Safari Park, and Manchester Airport, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 411 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 after-school club support pupils’ daily routine? What specific support is available for pupils aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about Ormskirk Church of England Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms that Ormskirk Church of England Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” The school continues to provide a high-quality education where pupils are “kind, thoughtful and polite” and achieve well against high expectations. Leaders remain vigilant, ensuring the school is “not complacent” while addressing specific areas for development.
Strengths
- Pupils “remember the content of the school’s curriculum well,” benefiting from carefully planned teaching and enriching first-hand experiences such as visits to theatres and castles.
- The school provides effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), helping them to “feel included” and overcome learning obstacles.
- Reading instruction is strong, with children becoming “competent early readers” through a well-implemented phonics programme and targeted extra help for those who struggle.
- Staff successfully encourage conversation, enabling pupils to become “articulate” and develop a “rich repertoire of words.”
- Safeguarding arrangements are “effective,” and pupils feel safe, confident that the school takes their concerns seriously.
Areas to improve
- The school must “identify more precisely its actions to improve the quality of its curriculum in the early years,” as current work in this area is “less clearly focused” and less effective at achieving its vision.
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 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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