Adlington Primary School
92%
Capacity
129
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Adlington Primary School
Adlington Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 129 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Adlington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Birkin, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6951st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 46 in Chorley.
Adlington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 22 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Adlington Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, Adlington 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Park Road, Chorley, Chorley, PR7 4JA |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Birkin |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 129 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.7% |
| School Capacity | 129 / 140 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6951st of 13,686
Nationally
1003rd of 2,065
In North West
29th of 46
In Chorley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
63%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Adlington Primary School
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Contact Information
Park Road, Chorley
Chorley, PR7 4JA
Journey to School
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