St Bede's Catholic Primary School
96%
Capacity
202
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Bede's Catholic Primary School
St Bede's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Bede's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Clayton, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2139th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 46 in Chorley.
St Bede's Catholic Primary School 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 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Bede's Catholic Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Rounders, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, St Bede's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Preston Road, Chorley, Chorley, PR6 7EB |
| Headteacher | Samantha Clayton |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.9% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 210 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2139th of 13,686
Nationally
285th of 2,065
In North West
10th of 46
In Chorley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
77%
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
9Sports
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.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Bede's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Preston Road, Chorley
Chorley, PR6 7EB
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