Ormskirk Lathom Park Church of England Primary School
Ormskirk, L40 5UG · Lancashire · primary school
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410th 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 4,123 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.5/10 among them, against 1.6/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 40% | 0.76 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.19 |
| 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.
Ormskirk Lathom Park Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. 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 1.6 out of 10 nationally. The May 2026 inspection used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 79 pupils against a stated capacity of 75. 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
Since the inspection is recent, what specific improvements have been made in the areas graded under the new framework? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Ormskirk Lathom Park Church of England Primary School
Overview
The report describes a welcoming Church of England primary school where pupils are “safe and happy” and inclusivity is central to daily life. While safeguarding standards are met and behaviour is strong, the school requires attention in several areas, particularly regarding inconsistent teaching and below-average attainment in core subjects.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an “open culture” where concerns are actively identified and managed.
- Pupils behave well, with bullying reported as non-existent and unkindness dealt with “quickly and effectively.”
- Inclusion is “at the heart of leaders’ work,” with staff providing targeted support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Personal development is enriched by a wide range of experiences, including community projects and visits that help pupils develop “confidence, responsibility and independence.”
- Staff workload is managed well, and parents value the school’s “family feel.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure the phonics programme and teaching are effective so early readers achieve consistently well.
- Assessment information must be used effectively to identify and address gaps from prior learning across all subjects.
- Leaders should improve end-of-Key Stage 2 attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics to better prepare pupils for secondary school.
- Staff require appropriate training to ensure teaching is consistently effective, particularly in early writing and mathematics.
- Actions to secure improvements in pupil attendance must continue to meet national benchmarks.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 14% |
| 2023/24 | 14% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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