Intack Primary School
Blackburn, BB1 3HY · Blackburn with Darwen · primary school
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37th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.8/10 against 1,656 of them, against 1.8/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 47.0 · 15 | 40% | 0.60 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.60 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Intack Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 47.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.8 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 378 pupils against a stated capacity of 472. 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 core subjects? What specific steps are taken to help students progress to the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Intack Primary School
Overview
Intack Primary School continues to be a good school where pupils enjoy learning and feel safe. Leaders have designed a broad and ambitious curriculum, ensuring that most pupils achieve well and build knowledge in a logical way. The school fosters a positive environment where staff build strong relationships with pupils, and leaders prioritise reading and staff well-being.
Strengths
- Pupils are proud of their school, embrace the motto ‘proud to belong’, and quickly make friends.
- Leaders have prioritised reading, introducing a new phonics curriculum with a sharp focus on early reading.
- Staff build positive relationships with pupils, helping them to feel safe and trust staff to deal with concerns quickly.
- The school offers opportunities for pupils to learn beyond the academic curriculum, such as through the school council and eco-committee.
- Governors and leaders have a clear understanding of actions to further develop the school, and staff feel appreciated.
Areas to improve
- In a minority of subjects, leaders have not clearly identified the essential knowledge pupils should learn, leading to gaps in pupils’ learning. Leaders should clearly identify key knowledge from early years to Year 6.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with clear systems in place for staff to report concerns and secure help for vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 32% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 47% |
| 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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