Baxenden St John's Church of England Primary School
Accrington, BB5 2RQ · Lancashire · primary school
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136th of 448 primary schools in Lancashire we can score, 481 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 the 3,535 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.8/10 among them, against 6.3/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Baxenden St John's Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.8 out of 10 among them, against 6.3 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 205 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about Baxenden St John's Church of England Primary School
Overview
Baxenden St John’s Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a welcoming environment where pupils feel cared for and safe. The report highlights an ambitious curriculum that supports high academic achievement for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well-designed" and "ambitious," with knowledge "carefully ordered" to help pupils deepen their understanding over time.
- Staff "accurately identify the additional needs of pupils with SEND," using customised support to ensure they achieve well alongside their peers.
- The school has "successfully fostered pupils’ love of reading," with children reading widely and phonics being taught "consistently well" from Reception.
- Pupils behave well, are "respectful to each other and to adults," and actively contribute to school life through roles such as sports captains and school parliament members.
- Governors are "well informed" and effectively hold the school to account, while also being "mindful of staff’s workload."
Areas to improve
- The school’s checks on curriculum delivery in some subjects are "not specific enough," hindering the identification of where teachers need more support.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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