St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
101%
Capacity
212
Pupils
4.4x
Demand
About St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Pendle community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 212 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jemma Stuttard, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 32% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13165th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 33 in Pendle.
St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 22 places, making it 4.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 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 St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Art Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Pendle, St John Southworth RC 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Lomeshaye Road, Nelson, Pendle, BB9 0DQ |
| Headteacher | Jemma Stuttard |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.8% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 210 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (32%)
13165th of 13,686
Nationally
1962nd of 2,065
In North West
32nd of 33
In Pendle
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
32%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
32%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
97
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Lomeshaye Road, Nelson
Pendle, BB9 0DQ
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