Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School
Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Marquis, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7669th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 46 in Chorley.
Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 26 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (79 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Eco Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Highfield Road South, Chorley, Chorley, PR7 1RB |
| Headteacher | Emma Marquis |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.2% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7669th of 13,686
Nationally
1089th of 2,065
In North West
32nd of 46
In Chorley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
79 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chorley, the Parish of St Laurence Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Highfield Road South, Chorley
Chorley, PR7 1RB
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