Abbey Village Primary School
45%
Capacity
54
Pupils
4.6x
Demand
About Abbey Village Primary School
Abbey Village Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 54 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (45% of 119 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Abbey Village Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Shelley Bennett, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3914th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 46 in Chorley.
Abbey Village Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 7 places, making it 4.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abbey Village Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Gymnastics, Tennis, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, Abbey Village Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bolton Road, Chorley, Chorley, PR6 8DD |
| Headteacher | Shelley Bennett |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 54 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.8% |
| School Capacity | 54 / 119 (45% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3914th of 13,686
Nationally
565th of 2,065
In North West
18th of 46
In Chorley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
32
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Abbey Village Primary School
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Contact Information
Bolton Road, Chorley
Chorley, PR6 8DD
Journey to School
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