Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy
Blackburn, BB1 2DR · Lancashire · primary school
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428th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.5/10 against 2,338 of them, against 0.7/10 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 | 36.0 · 6 | 40% | 0.22 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.19 |
| 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.
Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 36.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, 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 (0.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.7 out of 10 against all schools). An inspection in January 2026 used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Chess and Football clubs, and an after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 150 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 maths? What specific steps are taken to improve attainment in writing? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils feel safe, valued, and well-supported, with strong relationships between staff and children. However, academic achievement in reading, writing, and mathematics is below expectations, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs. Leaders are working to address these gaps, but improvements in teaching and curriculum delivery have not yet secured sufficient progress.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed.
- Pupils exhibit "calm and orderly" behaviour, feel safe, and benefit from positive staff relationships.
- Inclusion is effective, with timely support for pupils with SEND and thoughtful use of funding for disadvantaged pupils.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils developing empathy, mutual respect, and understanding of diverse cultures.
- Staff workload and wellbeing are supported, and most parents are positive about the care provided.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must focus closely on the impact of their actions to improve teaching and pupil achievement.
- Teachers need to routinely identify and address gaps in pupils’ knowledge, such as spelling and number facts.
- Early years staff should consistently help children develop vocabulary and accurate letter formation.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils are made safer.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 14% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 36% |
| 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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