Audley Junior School
Blackburn, BB1 1SE · Blackburn with Darwen · primary school
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15th of 51 primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen we can score, 56 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.9/10 against 2,257 of them, against 5.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Audley Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in STEM Club, rounders, cricket, athletics, cross country, ten pin bowling, and football, with trips to the Water Park.
Getting in
The published school roll is 392 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are not reaching the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading? How does the school manage the transition for Year 6 pupils?
What Ofsted said about Audley Junior School
Overview
Audley Junior School continues to be a good school, where pupils are proud to belong and feel happy and safe. Leaders have designed an ambitious curriculum with a strong focus on reading, supported by knowledgeable staff who effectively check learning and identify misconceptions. The school fosters a harmonious atmosphere where pupils behave very well and are highly considerate of one another.
Strengths
- Pupils are "highly considerate and respectful" and view staff as "trusted adults" who quickly resolve difficulties.
- Being a "good reader is at the heart" of the curriculum, with a new library and targeted support helping pupils develop a love of reading.
- Teachers are "knowledgeable about the subjects that they teach" and use effective strategies to ensure pupils build knowledge securely.
- Carefully thought-out support helps pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to "access the full curriculum."
- Governors carry out their duties effectively, and leaders make decisions with "staff workload and well-being in mind."
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, leaders have not clearly identified key knowledge, and there is "too much curriculum content," which hinders pupils' ability to recap and consolidate learning.
- Leaders should refine curriculum thinking in these subjects to ensure teachers know what pupils should learn and provide opportunities to revisit new learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where everyone knows their responsibilities and staff report issues quickly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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