St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley
Chorley, PR6 0DX · Lancashire · primary school
Check the area around this school
210th 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 — 5.3/10 against 2,634 of them, against 4.6/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| 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.
St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% 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% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 289 pupils against a stated capacity of 345. 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 fall below the national median in core subjects? What specific provisions are available for pupils with similar backgrounds to the local intake? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley
Overview
St Peter’s C of E Primary School is described as a “harmonious place to learn and play” where pupils enjoy strong relationships with staff and peers. The report highlights that pupils behave exceptionally well, embodying values such as “friendship, compassion, peace, love, trust and respect,” and achieve well across a “vibrant and ambitious curriculum.”
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “exemplary” behaviour and work with “high levels of concentration,” with bullying not tolerated.
- Leaders have designed a curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Children begin learning phonics immediately upon starting school, with staff providing timely support to help pupils keep up.
- Pupils enjoy reading a range of books and participate in various clubs, sporting, artistic, and musical activities beyond the school day.
- Governors and leaders are “considerate of staff workload and their well-being.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure pupils’ understanding of prior content is fully secure before introducing new knowledge, as staff sometimes move on too quickly without checking for misconceptions.
- Leaders should ensure pupils have a secure understanding of appropriate terminology for discussing different types of relationships throughout the curriculum, rather than only at the end of key stage 2.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff being highly trained, vigilant, and keeping meticulous records while engaging well with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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
Saved schools live on this device only — no account, no tracking. Visit the school's website
Loading full school details…
Similar schools nearby
Same area, prioritising the same phase — useful for shortlisting alternatives.
Every school within 2.5 miles of PR6 0DX, with results, demand and deadlines — area report →
Have a specific question about admissions, scores or dates?
Ask SchoolsGPT