St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley
96%
Capacity
202
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley
St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 4 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 Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley "Good", the school is led by headteacher Patrick Smyth, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3163rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 46 in Chorley.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 28 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 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 Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Hornchurch Drive, Chorley, Chorley, PR7 2RJ |
| Headteacher | Patrick Smyth |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.4% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 210 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jun 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Jun 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jun 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3163rd of 13,686
Nationally
450th of 2,065
In North West
13th of 46
In Chorley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
73%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Nursery, Chorley
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Contact Information
Hornchurch Drive, Chorley
Chorley, PR7 2RJ
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