Little Digmoor Primary School
77%
Capacity
153
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Little Digmoor Primary School
Little Digmoor Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Lancashire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 153 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Little Digmoor Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Karen Houldsworth, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 13% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13633rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 48 in West Lancashire.
Little Digmoor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 9 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Little Digmoor Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lancashire, Little Digmoor 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Abbeystead, Skelmersdale, West Lancashire, WN8 9NF |
| Headteacher | Karen Houldsworth |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 153 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.4% |
| School Capacity | 153 / 200 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (13%)
13633rd of 13,686
Nationally
2052nd of 2,065
In North West
47th of 48
In West Lancashire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
13%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
35%
'23/24
13%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
34
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Abbeystead, Skelmersdale
West Lancashire, WN8 9NF
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