Holmeswood Methodist School
121%
Capacity
51
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Holmeswood Methodist School
Holmeswood Methodist School is a state-funded Methodist primary school serving the West Lancashire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 51 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (121% of 42 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holmeswood Methodist School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Relph Higson, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9118th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 48 in West Lancashire.
Holmeswood Methodist School is a popular choice with families — it received 12 applications for 5 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holmeswood Methodist School include Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lancashire, Holmeswood Methodist 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 | Methodist |
| Address | Chapel Lane, Nr Rufford, Ormskirk, West Lancashire, L40 1UD |
| Headteacher | Relph Higson |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 51 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.0% |
| School Capacity | 51 / 42 (121% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9118th of 13,686
Nationally
1303rd of 2,065
In North West
34th of 48
In West Lancashire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
56%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
12
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chapel Lane, Nr Rufford, Ormskirk
West Lancashire, L40 1UD
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