Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit
95%
Capacity
199
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit
Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Partington, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11403rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 46 in Chorley.
Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 17 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Library, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Rounders, Tennis, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 62.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, Chorley All Saints Church of England Primary School and Nursery Unit 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Moor Road, Chorley, Chorley, PR7 2LR |
| Headteacher | Sarah Partington |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 62.2% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 210 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11403rd of 13,686
Nationally
1677th of 2,065
In North West
45th of 46
In Chorley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
47%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed17
61
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Moor Road, Chorley
Chorley, PR7 2LR
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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