St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Coppull
Chorley, PR7 5DH · Lancashire · primary school
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368th 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 4,279 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 2.4/10 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 | 57.0 · 32 | 62% | 1.98 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Coppull overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.0% 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%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2 out of 10 among them, against 2.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join football and cricket teams, participate in arts and crafts, and attend both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 100 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the arts and crafts sessions? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Coppull
Overview
St Oswald’s Catholic Primary School is described as a “friendly and caring school where pupils are safe and happy.” The report highlights that pupils work hard to meet “high expectations” and benefit from an “ambitious” curriculum that prepares them well for the next stage of their education.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “carefully organised” and “ambitious for all pupils, including those with SEND,” ensuring key knowledge is taught in a logical order.
- Staff deliver a “suitable phonics programme” effectively, ensuring pupils become “confident and fluent readers” with extra support for those struggling.
- Pupils “behave well,” are “polite and respectful,” and attend school regularly, with effective support provided for those needing help with behaviour or attendance.
- Pupils develop resilience and independence through responsibilities such as being “playleaders and school councillors” and participating in fundraising.
- “Well-informed governors” provide appropriate challenge and ensure resources are used effectively, while parents hold the school in “high regard.”
Areas to improve
- Teachers must receive training to design learning activities that help pupils learn the curriculum in “sufficient depth,” as some activities are not currently matched well to the identified key knowledge.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 57% |
| 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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