Altham St James Church of England Primary School — Primary School in Accrington

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Altham St James Church of England Primary School

Accrington, BB5 5UH

81 Pupils

63 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

7.40% FSM %

43 Boys

38 Girls

About Altham St James Church of England Primary School

Altham St James Church of England Primary School is an Local authority maintained schools for pupils aged 4–11 based in Lancashire, North West. The school is mixed-gender and Open with a Church of England character.

It has 81 pupils on roll. School capacity: 63. Current headteacher: Carol Woods.

All information is drawn from the GIAS dataset published by the Department for Education. School details including admissions and term dates should be verified with Lancashire or the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Lancashire
Region	North West
Administrative District	Hyndburn
Parliamentary Constituency	Hyndburn
Ward	Altham
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10080214
URN	119577
Data Last Updated	03-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Jill Jones	Chair of Governors	08/08/2025	07/08/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Chloe Briggs	Governor	27/03/2023	26/03/2027	Elected by parents
Mrs Cath Lawson	Governor	30/08/2019	26/02/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Lisa Lunniss	Governor	01/11/2023	31/10/2027	Elected by school staff
Ms Jenny McCarthy-Jenkins	Governor	03/07/2025	02/07/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Gemma Paintin	Governor	21/02/2023	20/02/2027	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Sarah Pearson	Governor	01/07/2022	30/06/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Chantelle Pratt	Governor	01/10/2025	30/09/2029	Nominated by LA and appointed by GB
Mrs Susan Tinker	Governor	08/08/2025	07/08/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
The Reverend Toby Webber	Governor	01/09/2015	01/09/2035	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mrs Carol Woods	Governor	01/09/2015	31/08/2035	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal

Schools Nearby

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2.25 km • Accrington

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St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Clayton-le-Moors

2.38 km • Accrington

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St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School, Padiham

2.47 km • Burnley

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Padiham Green Church of England Primary School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Altham St James Church of England Primary School?

Altham St James Church of England Primary School is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Accrington, Lancashire.

How many pupils does Altham St James Church of England Primary School have?

Altham St James Church of England Primary School has 81 pupils, with a capacity of 63.

What is the age range at Altham St James Church of England Primary School?

Altham St James Church of England Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Altham St James Church of England Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Altham St James Church of England Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Altham St James Church of England Primary School?

The Headteacher at Altham St James Church of England Primary School is Mrs Carol Woods.

Where is Altham St James Church of England Primary School located?

Altham St James Church of England Primary School is at Altham St James CE Primary School, Burnley Road, Accrington, BB5 5UH, in the Lancashire local authority, North West.

Does Altham St James Church of England Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Altham St James Church of England Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Altham St James Church of England Primary School currently open?

Altham St James Church of England Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Carol Woods

Altham St James CE Primary School, Burnley Road, Accrington, BB5 5UH

01282772174

www.altham.lancs.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 119577

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026