Gillibrand Primary School
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Gillibrand Primary School
Gillibrand 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 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Gillibrand Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Proctor, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
Gillibrand Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Gillibrand Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (80 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 Gillibrand Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Football, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, Gillibrand 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 | Grosvenor Road, Chorley, Chorley, PR7 2PJ |
| Headteacher | Andrew Proctor |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.9% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
80 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
100
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Grosvenor Road, Chorley
Chorley, PR7 2PJ
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