Clitheroe Pendle Primary School
Clitheroe, BB7 2AL · Lancashire · primary school
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106th 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 3,383 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.4/10 among them, against 6.8/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| 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.
Clitheroe Pendle Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.4 out of 10 among them, against 6.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 349 pupils against a stated capacity of 350. 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 close to the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage the transition for children moving from Year 6?
What Ofsted said about Clitheroe Pendle Primary School
Overview
Clitheroe Pendle Primary School is judged ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, maintaining high standards since its previous ‘Outstanding’ rating. Pupils are described as happy, well-behaved, and ambitious, benefiting from a curriculum that fosters independence and a strong sense of community. The school provides a harmonious environment where children feel safe and are encouraged to excel in both academic and extra-curricular activities.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “well-organised,” enabling pupils to build knowledge “logically and securely” in most subjects.
- The school successfully “fosters a love of reading” through high-quality books and effective early reading programmes.
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour, treating each other with “respect and kindness” and engaging positively in rewards.
- There is a strong focus on personal development, with pupils enjoying enriching experiences like charity work and educational trips.
- Governors and staff work closely together, with leaders being “considerate of staff’s workload” and supporting well-being.
Areas to improve
- The school must refine curriculum planning in a small number of subjects to ensure teachers know “exactly what to teach and in which order.”
- Staff implementation of the phonics programme requires greater consistency to help struggling readers achieve fluency.
- Curriculum adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) need to be more consistent to support their learning.
Safeguarding
The report states that “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 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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