Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
92%
Capacity
122
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Pendle community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 122 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 133 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher M Lyle, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 14 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
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 Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Pendle, Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Halifax Road, Nelson, Pendle, BB9 5BL |
| Headteacher | M Lyle |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 122 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.2% |
| School Capacity | 122 / 133 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2017Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2013. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
50
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Halifax Road, Nelson
Pendle, BB9 5BL
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