Trinity Church of England/Methodist School
97%
Capacity
242
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Trinity Church of England/Methodist School
Trinity Church of England/Methodist School is a state-funded Church of England/Methodist primary school serving the West Lancashire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 242 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 250 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Trinity Church of England/Methodist School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Winstanley, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7794th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 48 in West Lancashire.
Trinity Church of England/Methodist School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 18 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
Trinity Church of England/Methodist School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (18 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Trinity Church of England/Methodist School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lancashire, Trinity Church of England/Methodist 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England/Methodist |
| Address | Kiln Lane, Skelmersdale, West Lancashire, WN8 8PW |
| Headteacher | Helen Winstanley |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 242 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.4% |
| School Capacity | 242 / 250 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7794th of 13,686
Nationally
1106th of 2,065
In North West
29th of 48
In West Lancashire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
18 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
61
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Trinity Church of England/Methodist School
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Contact Information
Kiln Lane, Skelmersdale
West Lancashire, WN8 8PW
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