Crow Orchard Primary School
75%
Capacity
115
Pupils
6.9x
Demand
About Crow Orchard Primary School
Crow Orchard Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Lancashire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 115 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Crow Orchard Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jenny Hollings, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10631st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 48 in West Lancashire.
Crow Orchard Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 7 places, making it 6.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 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, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crow Orchard Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cross Country, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lancashire, Crow Orchard 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane, Skelmersdale, West Lancashire, WN8 8QG |
| Headteacher | Jenny Hollings |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 115 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.6% |
| School Capacity | 115 / 154 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10631st of 13,686
Nationally
1557th of 2,065
In North West
40th of 48
In West Lancashire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
50%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
48
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (15% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Skelmersdale
West Lancashire, WN8 8QG
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