St Columba's Catholic Primary School was founded in 1969.  We were originally set up as a very unique Catholic school because we served the Catholic children from 3 parishes, St Brigid's, St John Fischer and Our Lady of Perpetual Succour. We continue to serve the Catholic and Non Catholic population of these 3 areas and we are proud of our relationships with the parishes and the schools in this area.

Over the years many pupils have been educated through the school and many were so impressed by the school they have subsequently sent their children. Some have even returned to work in the school in later life.

The school used to be next to Nazareth House and Mass was held there each week, but since that has gone we hold Mass regularly in school on a Thursday morning which brings the community together. We also hold many events in the school, such as the Nativity, Advent prayer services and a big summer fair. Of late, we have made links with the residents of Longbridge Village and look forward to working together in the future.

The school community is becoming stronger and stronger and we offer many activities for our parents and children alike. The PTA wants to really draw us all closer together and make a difference in all the children's lives and futures. 

The area has changed a lot since the demise of the Rover plant across the road and it is continuing to look to the future. St Columba's is an integral part of the regeneration of the area and our pupils have canvassed our local MP, the Lord Mayor and the people from St Modwen to include things for them to do as they grow older in the plans for this region.