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Council: Lancashire

St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School, Padiham

Burnley, Lancashire - BB12 7BN

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“We have now asked Sr Purity for details of more children who need to find funding to secure their education for the next academic year, starting in January.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School

Rochdale, Lancashire - OL12 8EP

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“We want your children to be aspirational and we aim to teach them learning strategies in order for them to develop a real love of learning. At St. John with St. Michael everyone is a learner and everyone is special.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

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St John's Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale

Skelmersdale, Lancashire - WN8 6PF

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“At St John’s Catholic Primary School, we strive for excellence in education by providing a safe, secure, caring family environment, where individuals are valued and respected, enabling them to reach their potential, whilst growing in their love and understanding of the Catholic faith.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

St Joseph's Catholic primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Barnoldswick, Lancashire - BB18 5EN

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School is a source of pride for our children, staff, parish, and governors. Set in a beautiful location, it boasts expansive grounds with lush grassed areas, inviting play and learning spaces, and well-equipped sports areas for our children to enjoy.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham

Preston, Lancashire - PR4 3HA

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At St Joseph’s we value strong partnerships with our parents/carers, instilling a lifelong love of learning and encouraging our children to strive to be the best they can be, the people God wants them to be.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Preston

Preston, Lancashire - PR1 5XL

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“St Joseph’s is a school where everyone is encouraged to achieve their best. But in addition to raising academic achievement, we also aim to develop character, embed important values for life and build confidence and self-esteem.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Hurst Green

Clitheroe, Lancashire - BB7 9QJ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“St Paul teaches: “Let your roots grow down into Him… then your life will be built on Him.” (Colossians 2:7) When our lives are rooted in God, we can flourish — in our learning, our friendships and our faith.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Stacksteads, Bacup

Bacup, Lancashire - OL13 8LD

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“St Joseph's is a thriving Catholic primary school in Stacksteads, close to the town of Bacup in the Rossendale Valley. We are a Voluntary Aided school, welcoming children from 3 to 11 years of age, regardless of their faith or cultural background.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

St Maria Goretti Catholic Primary School, Preston

Preston, Lancashire - PR2 6SJ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“Mater Ecclesiae is one of three Catholic Multi Academy Trusts (CMATs) formed by the Diocese of Lancaster to protect, preserve, nourish and enhance the Catholic religion through the establishment, maintenance and development of Catholic schools.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School

Preston, Lancashire - PR1 9QQ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“We are a one-form entry primary school who have been serving our local community for over 100 years. That said, we are forward-thinking and extremely proud that we are totally committed to ensuring that each child achieves their best here whether socially or academically.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Claughton-on-Brock

Preston, Lancashire - PR3 0PN

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“As you enter our School, you know you are at St. Mary’s, due to our stunning rural location, where we care for the environment, and care for each other, as we are a ‘small school with a big heart’.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Bacup, Lancashire - OL13 9LJ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At the heart of St Mary’s is our Catholic faith. We work closely with our families, parish and Father Chris to help our children grow in faith and develop the values that will guide them throughout their lives.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: InadequateQuality of education: Requires improvement

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Chipping

Preston, Lancashire - PR3 2QH

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Our school prayer was created together with our children, reflecting what they believe St Mary’s should be—a welcoming, caring place where everyone feels safe, valued and loved.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Langho

Blackburn, Lancashire - BB6 8EQ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“The respectful behaviour of our pupils reflects the Christian ethos of our school. All pupils take an active role in caring for others, from reception pupils through to Year 6 who act as “gardeners” for their “seeds” in Reception.”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Osbaldeston

Blackburn, Lancashire - BB2 7HX

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At St Mary’s, our Catholic faith is at the heart of school life. We are committed to providing a happy, safe and inspiring environment where every child is encouraged to grow in confidence, character and faith.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

St Matthew's Church of England Primary Academy

Preston, Lancashire - PR1 5XB

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“"St Matthew's CE Primary School is dedicated to providing an education which enables every child to fulfil their best potential. It seeks to promote academic, emotional and spiritual growth in a Christian environment, welcoming children drawn from diverse cultures."”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Coppull

Chorley, Lancashire - PR7 5DH

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Our vision is that the children of St Oswald’s accept the responsibility of achieving their full potential. We hope for them to become equipped with the knowledge, skills and understanding, as well as the spirit and confidence, to make a positive contribution to God’s Kingdom.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

St Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School, Accrington

Accrington, Lancashire - BB5 0NN

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“St Oswald’s is proud to be a Roman Catholic school where every person is helped to do their best to succeed in a place of love, peace and safety, following the teachings of Jesus. In our school family, we are enthusiastic learners and teachers.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

St Richard's Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale

Skelmersdale, Lancashire - WN8 8LQ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At St. Richard`s Catholic Primary School, children put their Catholic faith into action by living out values like kindness, compassion, and service. They support charities, care for God’s creation, and treat others with respect and love.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

St Stephen's CofE School

PRESTON, Lancashire - PR1 8JN

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Our school pursues a deeply Christian and inclusive vision and mission. We believe that all members of St Stephen’s CE Primary School are born to make a difference in God's world.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good