Burnley Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
Burnley, BB11 4LB · Lancashire · primary school
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239th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.3/10 against 1,112 of them, against 3.9/10 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 | 45.0 · 13 | 40% | 0.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burnley Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 45.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 14.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Prayer Club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 206 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 below the expected standard in literacy? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Burnley Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School
Overview
Burnley Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils’ attitudes reflect its strong Christian values. The report highlights that pupils are happy, safe, and committed to their learning, benefiting from a rich curriculum and positive relationships. While the school excels in behaviour and reading, leaders must address inconsistencies in curriculum planning to ensure all pupils achieve well.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "extremely good" behaviour, meeting staff’s "very high expectations" and showing respect for diversity.
- The teaching of reading is a priority, with staff well-trained in phonics and children in the early years having an "excellent start with early reading".
- Leaders ensure pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive the support and resources needed to access the "full curriculum".
- Staff feel valued and supported, with leaders working hard to reduce workload and ensure well-being.
- Governors use their skills effectively to challenge leaders and make appropriate checks on the quality of education.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure the curriculum identifies clear end points so teachers have high enough expectations for what pupils should achieve in all subjects.
- Leaders must ensure the early years curriculum is linked clearly enough to key stage 1, allowing pupils to build effectively on prior learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture of vigilance, robust recruitment systems, and regular staff training to ensure pupils are safe from harm.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 45% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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