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Where is Balshaw Lane Community Primary School located?

Balshaw Lane Community Primary School is located in Chorley, Lancashire, North West, PR7 6NS.

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Balshaw Lane Community Primary School serves students aged 4 to 11.

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About Balshaw Lane Community Primary School

Balshaw Lane Community Primary School is a primary academy in Chorley, North West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

The school has 187 pupils on roll, 10% of pupils eligible for free school meals.

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6.6

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Balshaw Lane Community Primary School?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 4–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 187 pupils
SEN support: 14% of pupils

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Environment score: 56/100

Good surroundings

Air quality61/100

Transport access18/100

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Demographics at Balshaw Lane Community Primary School

Balshaw Lane Community Primary School has 187 pupils on roll.

10% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

14% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

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