St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton
85%
Capacity
178
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 178 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kathryn Berry, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5628th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 46 in Chorley.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 28 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (66 responses).
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 St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Rounders, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton 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 | Rothwell Road, Chorley, Chorley, PR6 9LZ |
| Headteacher | Kathryn Berry |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 178 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.1% |
| School Capacity | 178 / 210 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5628th of 13,686
Nationally
814th of 2,065
In North West
26th of 46
In Chorley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
66 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Anderton
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Contact Information
Rothwell Road, Chorley
Chorley, PR6 9LZ
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