Rufford CofE School, Ormskirk

In its own words: "underpinned by Christian values in a positive, safe, stimulating and fun environment. Our outstanding and inclusive curriculum allows each child to flourish and become"

From the headteacher's welcome: "I t is a real joy to welcome you to our small Christian primary school, where children are known, valued and celebrated as individuals. At the heart of everything we do is a strong Christian ethos that guides our relationships, our learning and our care for one another."

In 2025, 95% of Year 6 pupils at Rufford CofE School reached the expected standard in reading and 89% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 75% and 74% in Lancashire and 77% and 75% across England.

Results rose from 85% in reading and 85% in maths in 2024.

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 16 families put Rufford CofE School as their first choice and 31 named it as one of their preferences, for 16 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Rufford CofE School are Holmeswood Methodist School (1.9 miles, Good, 57% reading, 57% maths); Mawdesley St Peter's Church of England Primary School (2 miles, Good, 100% reading, 100% maths); Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School (2.3 miles, Good, 64% reading, 64% maths); and Burscough Village Primary School (2.3 miles, Good, 90% reading, 86% maths).

Rufford CofE School's 2025 results were higher than 3 of these 4 schools.

4.4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well below the average state school (25%), and 1.8% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 8 pupils (7%) received SEN support and 2 (1.8%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is social, emotional and mental health needs.

Rufford CofE School had 9 teachers in 2026, one for every 13 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

The nearest railway station is Rufford Rail Station, about 720 metres away (roughly a 9-minute walk).

12 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is The Paddock (opposite), 40 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 7 crimes within a mile of the school, most often criminal damage and arson, violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Lancashire (109).

Rufford CofE School recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.