Highfield Community Primary School
85%
Capacity
238
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Highfield Community Primary School
Highfield Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 238 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 279 places).
Ofsted has rated Highfield Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Proctor, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
Highfield Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 28 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 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, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Highfield Community Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, Highfield 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wright Street, Wright St, Chorley, Chorley, PR6 0SP |
| Headteacher | Andrew Proctor |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 238 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.9% |
| School Capacity | 238 / 279 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Sept 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Oct 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wright Street, Wright St, Chorley
Chorley, PR6 0SP
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