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Oliver House School

Chorley, Lancashire, North West · PR7 1XA

Oliver House School is a small independent school in Chorley, Lancashire, with around 52 pupils on its roll. Its size sits at the more intimate end of the independent sector, where small classes and close knowledge of each child tend to be the defining features. The school is co-educational and has no religious affiliation, and it admits pupils at age 11 through an 11+ process. It is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate and led by Dr Wendy Sparling.

52

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
52
Location
Chorley, Lancashire, North West
Website
www.aspriseducationservices.com

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Dr Wendy Sparling

Teaching & academics

Entry at 11 is by an 11+ assessment, in keeping with the school's selective intake. With a roll of around 52, teaching takes place in notably small groups, which lends itself to individual attention and a personal understanding of how each pupil learns.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

The last word

A small, secular independent in Chorley that may appeal to families seeking a close-knit setting where their child is known well.

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Oliver House School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Oliver House School located?

Oliver House School is located at Hallgate, Astley Village, Chorley, PR7 1XA.

What type of school is Oliver House School?

Oliver House School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.

How many pupils attend Oliver House School?

Oliver House School has approximately 52 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.