Holy Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Holy Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson
Holy Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Pendle community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Holy Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson "Good", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Baxter, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9810th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 33 in Pendle.
Holy Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 24 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 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 Holy Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Film Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Pendle, Holy Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Holland Place, Nelson, Pendle, BB9 8HD |
| Headteacher | Catherine Baxter |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.2% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Feb 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9810th of 13,686
Nationally
1418th of 2,065
In North West
22nd of 33
In Pendle
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
53%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed24
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Holland Place, Nelson
Pendle, BB9 8HD
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