Best 3 Not applicable schools in West Lancashire – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Elm Tree Community Primary School (Not applicable) in Skelmersdale; Kingsbury Primary Special School (Not applicable) in Skelmersdale; Hope High School (Not applicable) in Skelmersdale — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Elm Tree Community Primary School, Kingsbury Primary Special School and Hope High School. They are not applicable phase and community special school type located around Skelmersdale, Lancashire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Elm Tree Community Primary School), published Nov 2017. The lowest is 2 (Hope High School), published Feb 2015. The most recent inspection on record is for Elm Tree Community Primary School (Nov 2017). average roll around ≈ 150, combined total ≈ 400, typical FSM 50–55%, range 35–40%–60–65%; all under Lancashire local authority.

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Attribute	Elm Tree Community Primary School WN8 6SA	Kingsbury Primary Special School WN8 8EH	Hope High School WN8 9DP
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Community special school
Location	Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 6SA	Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 8EH	Skelmersdale Lancashire WN8 9DP
Latest Ofsted	1 9 Nov 2017	1 11 Nov 2013	2 17 Feb 2015
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	60–65% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	35–40% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	60–65% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	135	120	90
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Lancashire (888)	Lancashire (888)	Lancashire (888)
Website	www.elmtree.lancs.sch.uk	www.kingsburyprimaryschool.co.uk	www.hopehighschool.co.uk
Telephone	0169550924	01695722991	01695721066
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Elm Tree Community Primary School

WN8 6SA

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Skelmersdale
Lancashire
WN8 6SA
Ofsted: 1 9 Nov 2017
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 60–65% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lancashire (888)
Website: www.elmtree.lancs.sch.uk
Telephone: 0169550924

Kingsbury Primary Special School

WN8 8EH

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Skelmersdale
Lancashire
WN8 8EH
Ofsted: 1 11 Nov 2013
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 35–40% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lancashire (888)
Website: www.kingsburyprimaryschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01695722991

Hope High School

WN8 9DP

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Skelmersdale
Lancashire
WN8 9DP
Ofsted: 2 17 Feb 2015
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 60–65% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lancashire (888)
Website: www.hopehighschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01695721066

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.