Welcome to the website of Padiham St Leonard’s CE VA Primary School.

My name is Mr Taylor, and I am proud to be the Headteacher of Padiham St Leonard’s. I feel privileged to lead such a vibrant, caring, and inclusive school community, where our Mission Statement, “Nurturing hearts, minds and bodies through Christ,” is at the centre of all that we do.

This statement shapes our daily life, supporting our children to grow not only academically, but also spiritually, emotionally, and physically. At the heart of our school are our friendly, enthusiastic, and well-behaved children, who are always eager to learn and explore the world around them.

I have the pleasure of working alongside a dedicated and caring staff team who create engaging learning opportunities and build strong, supportive relationships with our pupils and their families. Together, we share a clear vision: to provide a nurturing, Christian environment where pupils develop a love of learning about the world around them, growing into vibrant learners who use their gifts, knowledge, and values to become faithful stewards of God’s creation.

We are blessed to enjoy strong partnerships with parents and the wider community, working together to enrich the lives of our children and support them in all that they do.

Our governing body plays an important role in the life of the school, regularly spending time with us to offer both support and challenge, helping us to continue to grow and develop.

We are fortunate to be situated in a beautiful setting, with spacious classrooms, two playgrounds, and a field which includes a Forest Schools area. Our school has a long and valued history, with our original building dating back to 1906, now extended to provide fourteen classrooms for children aged 3 to 11.

Alongside our mainstream classes, we are proud to offer two SEN classes, where children benefit from specialist provision as well as opportunities to learn alongside their peers. This reflects our inclusive ethos, where we celebrate each individual and learn from one another.

We believe that children flourish when they feel safe, happy, and valued. At St Leonard’s, we strive to create a warm, family atmosphere rooted in care, respect, and love, where every child is encouraged to grow and fulfil their God-given potential.

I hope this website gives you a sense of life at St Leonard’s. If you would like to find out more, please do get in touch or arrange a visit.

Mr Taylor

Looking To The Rainbow

During the COVID-19 Lockdown, Worship for Everyone asked schools to come together and perform the brand NEW original song ‘Looking to the Rainbow’ from Nick & Becky Drake. Here is our video…