Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School
93%
Capacity
219
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School
Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Bashora-Guyo, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7037th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 46 in Chorley.
Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 29 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (71 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, Clayton-le-Woods 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Back Lane, Chorley, Chorley, PR6 7EU |
| Headteacher | Sarah Bashora-Guyo |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.7% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 236 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7037th of 13,686
Nationally
1016th of 2,065
In North West
30th of 46
In Chorley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
71 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Back Lane, Chorley
Chorley, PR6 7EU
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