
St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School is located in Rawtenstall, Lancashire, within the Rossendale district. This voluntary aided primary school serves a mixed-gender population of approximately 213 pupils aged between 5 and 11 years. The school is nestled in a semi-urban community, providing education to families from a diverse range of backgrounds. St James-the-Less prides itself on a strong Roman Catholic ethos, which influences its teaching and community values. The school motto, reflecting its commitment to nurturing each child's unique worth, is 'Every Child is Unique in the Eyes of God'. With a capacity of 210 pupils, the school maintains small class sizes that allow for personalized attention and support.
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1 published inspection on file since November 2019.
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Section 8 (did not convert)