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Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Chorley, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 166 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

4–11

Age range

166

Pupils

210

Capacity

79%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School is managed by Lancashire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Lancashire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Lancashire catchment area documents →

Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
The Green, Eccleston, Chorley, PR7 5TE
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
18.7% of pupils
DfE URN
119472

Other Primary Schools in Chorley

If Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Chorley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Is Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School has a capacity of 210 places and currently has 166 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Lancashire.

What is the admissions policy for Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School?

Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Lancashire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School cover?

Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Chorley, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School?

Eccleston St Mary's Church of England Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.