Eccleston Primary School
99%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Eccleston Primary School
Eccleston Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Eccleston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Craig Todd, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1412th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 46 in Chorley.
Eccleston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 28 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 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 Eccleston Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Tennis, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Drama, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, Eccleston 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Doctors Lane, Chorley, Chorley, PR7 5RA |
| Headteacher | Craig Todd |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.1% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 210 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1412th of 13,686
Nationally
174th of 2,065
In North West
4th of 46
In Chorley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
81%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed28
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Doctors Lane, Chorley
Chorley, PR7 5RA
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