St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley
85%
Capacity
293
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley
St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Chorley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 293 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 345 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Brown, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9227th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 46 in Chorley.
St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 35 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chorley, St Peter's CofE Primary School 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Eaves Lane, Chorley, Chorley, PR6 0DX |
| Headteacher | Rachel Brown |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 293 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.0% |
| School Capacity | 293 / 345 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9227th of 13,686
Nationally
1325th of 2,065
In North West
38th of 46
In Chorley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
56%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
105
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
35 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 Peter's CofE Primary School Chorley
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Contact Information
Eaves Lane, Chorley
Chorley, PR6 0DX
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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