St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy — Primary School in Nelson

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St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Nelson, BB9 0DQ

212 Pupils

210 Capacity

5–11 Age Range

35.80% FSM %

101 Boys

111 Girls

About St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Located in Nelson (BB9 0DQ), St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a mixed-gender Primary school for pupils aged 5–11 with a Roman Catholic character, classified as Academies and situated within the local authority of Lancashire.

It has 212 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Jemma Stuttard.

Data for St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy comes from the Department for Education's official establishment register. For the most up-to-date admissions or contact details, visit the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Lancashire
Region	North West
Administrative District	Pendle
Parliamentary Constituency	Pendle and Clitheroe
Ward	Whitefield & Walverden
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	ROMERO CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-07-2023
UKPRN	10092467
URN	149849
Data Last Updated	10-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (7)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Elizabeth Lloyd	Chair of Local Governing Body	02/10/2023	01/10/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Ms Michelle Cowell	Local Governor	01/09/2023	31/08/2027	Elected by school staff
Ms Lynne Hind	Local Governor	01/03/2022	28/02/2026	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Father Gerard Kelly	Local Governor	01/07/2023	30/06/2027	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Ms Alkelda McClelland	Local Governor	01/07/2023	30/06/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Ms Jennifer Sethi	Local Governor	02/11/2023	01/11/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Miss Jemma Stuttard	Local Governor	01/07/2023	30/06/2027	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal

Schools Nearby

Marsden Community Primary School

0.29 km • Nelson

Other

Whitefield Infant School and Nursery

0.41 km • Nelson

Other

Nelson St Paul's Church of England Primary School

0.44 km • Nelson

Other

McMillan Nursery School

0.48 km • Nelson

Other

Edenfield Girls' High School

0.55 km •

Other

Lomeshaye Junior School

0.57 km • Nelson

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy?

St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Nelson, Lancashire.

How many pupils does St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy have?

St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy has 212 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy?

St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy caters for pupils aged 5 to 11.

Is St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy a faith school?

Yes, St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy?

The Headteacher at St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is Miss Jemma Stuttard.

Where is St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy located?

St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is at Lomeshaye Road, Nelson, BB9 0DQ, in the Lancashire local authority, North West.

Does St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy currently open?

St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Miss Jemma Stuttard

Lomeshaye Road, Nelson, BB9 0DQ

01282613906

www.st-johnsouthworth.lancs.sch.uk

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Quick Summary

URN 149849

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026