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Crow Orchard Primary School

School Lane, Skelmersdale, WN8 8QG

Community school · Ages 2–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Dec 2017

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

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92% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Crow Orchard Primary School, Skelmersdale

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

100.0%

Writing

92.0%

Maths

100.0%

RWM Combined

92.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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St Edmund's Catholic Primary School

0.4 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Trinity Church of England/Methodist School

0.4 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

Cobbs Brow School

0.83 km away · Community school

Outstanding

Kingsbury Primary Special School

0.86 km away · Community special school

Outstanding

Brookfield Park Primary School

0.9 km away · Community school

Requires improvement

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About Crow Orchard Primary School

Crow Orchard Primary School is a primary school in Skelmersdale, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 92% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 115 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: School Lane, Skelmersdale, WN8 8QG | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Crow Orchard Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Feb 2023 — School remains Good
Dec 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Crow Orchard Primary School

What is Crow Orchard Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Crow Orchard Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.

What are Crow Orchard Primary School's latest exam results?

Crow Orchard Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 92% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Crow Orchard Primary School located?

Crow Orchard Primary School is a primary school in Skelmersdale, Lancashire (WN8 8QG).

How many pupils attend Crow Orchard Primary School?

Crow Orchard Primary School has around 115 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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