Woodland Community Primary School
100%
Capacity
350
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Woodland Community Primary School
Woodland Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Lancashire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 350 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 350 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodland Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Keeley Taberner, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6208th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 48 in West Lancashire.
Woodland Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 24 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
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 Woodland Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lancashire, Woodland Community Primary 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Heathgate, Skelmersdale, West Lancashire, WN8 6QH |
| Headteacher | Keeley Taberner |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 350 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.0% |
| School Capacity | 350 / 350 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6208th of 13,686
Nationally
893rd of 2,065
In North West
24th of 48
In West Lancashire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
64%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Heathgate, Skelmersdale
West Lancashire, WN8 6QH
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