St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Newchurch
Rossendale, BB4 9EZ · Lancashire · primary school
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115th 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 3,621 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7/10 among them, against 6.2/10 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 | 62% | 4.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 38% | 1.54 |
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 Roman Catholic Primary School, Newchurch 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%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% 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 4.7 out of 10 among them, against 6.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Keys Club, Bee Lucky Club, Singing Stars, and the School Council. A breakfast club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 152 pupils against a stated capacity of 150. 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 working towards the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities take place during the breakfast club? How does the school manage class sizes when the roll exceeds the published capacity?
What Ofsted said about St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Newchurch
Overview
Pupils thrive at this happy school, benefiting from caring relationships and a curriculum designed to ‘unlock potential with the keys of love, respect and friendship’. The report describes a highly ambitious educational environment where pupils flourish in a friendly and harmonious atmosphere, leaving ready to face the future.
Strengths
- The curriculum is ‘highly ambitious’ with clearly set knowledge and skills, ensuring pupils make ‘strong progress’ across subjects and are ‘exceptionally well’ prepared for each stage of their education.
- Staff possess ‘thorough knowledge’ of subject content and use checks to promptly address gaps, ensuring pupils ‘build their knowledge securely over time’.
- Pupils with additional needs are identified promptly and receive effective support, allowing them to access the curriculum ‘alongside their peers’.
- The school prioritises reading and language development; older pupils demonstrate ‘intricate knowledge’ of characters and plots and speak ‘enthusiastically’ about books.
- Personal development is ‘exceptional’, with pupils engaging in enriching activities that build resilience, confidence, and social skills.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
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 | 84% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 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
—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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