Delph Side Community Primary School
108%
Capacity
227
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Delph Side Community Primary School
Delph Side Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Lancashire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Delph Side Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Ormerod, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2943rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 48 in West Lancashire.
Delph Side Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 24 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Delph Side Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (45 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Delph Side Community Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lancashire, Delph Side Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Eskdale, Skelmersdale, West Lancashire, WN8 6ED |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Ormerod |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.9% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 210 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2943rd of 13,686
Nationally
417th of 2,065
In North West
10th of 48
In West Lancashire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
74%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
45 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Delph Side Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Eskdale, Skelmersdale
West Lancashire, WN8 6ED
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