Colne Primet Primary School
Colne, BB8 8JE · Lancashire · primary school
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289th 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 — 3.4/10 against 1,164 of them, against 2.8/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Colne Primet Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 185 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 to move from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes for the cohort?
What Ofsted said about Colne Primet Primary School
Overview
Colne Primet Primary School is described as a "caring and welcoming" environment where pupils are "kind, polite and respectful." The report states that the overall effectiveness, quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership are all "Good." However, early years provision "Requires improvement" due to inconsistencies in assessment and curriculum delivery for younger children.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed an "aspirational curriculum" with logically ordered learning, enabling pupils in Years 1 to 6 to build a "rich body of subject knowledge."
- Staff possess "strong knowledge of the subjects that they teach" and typically present new learning with clarity, using assessment strategies well to address misconceptions.
- Reading is a priority; staff ensure pupils’ books match known sounds, helping them read with "increasing confidence and fluency."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified timely and supported to "learn the curriculum alongside their peers."
- The school fosters a "calm learning environment" with high expectations, resulting in good attendance and a strong sense of belonging through extra-curricular activities.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, teachers lack confidence in delivering the curriculum, leading to inappropriate activity selection; leaders must ensure staff have the necessary expertise.
- In the early years, staff do not use assessment strategies effectively enough to check knowledge, hindering children’s progress and preparation for Year 1.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with staff receiving up-to-date training and working closely with outside agencies to support pupils and families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 34% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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