Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School

  • Primary
  • Local authority maintained
  • Ages 4 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School, School Lane, Burscough, Ormskirk, L40 4AEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Ormskirk for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 692 schools in Lancashire. It ranks 17th of 22 primary schools in Ormskirk. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2017.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 27 June 2017, report published 6 September 2017

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Good
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 2 February 2023

Children in the early years make a confident start to school life. They are inquisitive and active learners who enjoy exploring in the outdoor wooded area. Children quickly become secure in their environment and themselves. Older pupils build on these positive beginnings. They feel safe and happy in school. They know who to turn to for support if they have any worries. Staff listen to pupils and help them to overcome difficulties. Leaders deal swiftly and well with any rare incidents of bullying. Pupils know how leaders and staff expect them to behave. Children in the early years listen attentively to adults' instructions. Older pupils follow the school rules respectfully. This makes the school a calm and orderly place to learn and play. Leaders are aspirational for all pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils work hard in lessons. They enjoy their learning and are keen to share their knowledge with others, including visitors. Pupils achieve well. Pupils care about others. They eagerly take on positions of responsibility. Pupils who act as 'huff and puff' monitors help younger pupils to have energetic and fun playtimes. Pupils play an active part in supporting each other to keep physically and mentally healthy.

What the school should improve

  • Leaders have only recently clarified what they want pupils to learn in a small number of subjects. Pupils have gaps in their knowledge in these subjects. Leaders should ensure that staff have the expertise to deliver newly revised curriculums consistently well and that these curriculums are implemented fully.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

22 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths45%

45%, 17 percentage points below the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths0%

0%, 8 percentage points below the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score104

104, 2 below the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score104

104, 1 below the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score103

103, 2 below the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

135 pupils on roll, with places for 210

Eligible for free school meals14.1%

14.1%, 12.4 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language5.2%

5.2%, 16.4 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support19.3%

19.3%, 4.5 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan0.7%

0.7%, 5.3 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Burscough Village Primary School0.1 milesOfsted: Good83% met the expected standard
Burscough Bridge Methodist School0.2 milesReport card: Expected standard to strong standard90% met the expected standard
Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School0.5 milesOfsted: Good63% met the expected standard
St John's Catholic Primary School, Burscough0.9 milesOfsted: Good58% met the expected standard
Ormskirk Lathom Park Church of England Primary School2 milesReport card: Needs attention to expected standard50% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Voluntary controlled school
Sector
Local authority maintained
Age range
4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Mrs Jayne Wallington
Address
Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School, School Lane, Burscough, Ormskirk, L40 4AE
Local authority
Lancashire
URN
119376

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.