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Balshaw Lane Community Primary School

Bredon Avenue, Euxton, Chorley, PR7 6NS

A Outstanding-rated primary school in Chorley where 57% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils

402

Ages

4-11

FSM

11.7%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Outstanding

Apr 2025

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

76.0%

Writing

78.0%

Maths

67.0%

RWM Combined

57.0%

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About Balshaw Lane Community Primary School

Balshaw Lane Community Primary School is a primary school in Chorley, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 75 responses), 95% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 57% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 402 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Bredon Avenue, Chorley, PR7 6NS | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Balshaw Lane Community Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

There is no graded full inspection on the current URN yet; older predecessor records are shown below.

Nov 2011 — Outstanding (predecessor: Balshaw Lane Community Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Balshaw Lane Community Primary School

What is Balshaw Lane Community Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Balshaw Lane Community Primary School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about Balshaw Lane Community Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 75 responses): 95% of parents would recommend Balshaw Lane Community Primary School.

What are Balshaw Lane Community Primary School's latest exam results?

Balshaw Lane Community Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 57% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Balshaw Lane Community Primary School located?

Balshaw Lane Community Primary School is a primary school in Chorley, Lancashire (PR7 6NS).

How many pupils attend Balshaw Lane Community Primary School?

Balshaw Lane Community Primary School has around 402 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Balshaw Lane Community Primary School with other schools?

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