Livesey Saint Francis' Church of England School
Blackburn, BB2 5NX · Blackburn with Darwen · primary school
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31st 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 — 3.1/10 against 3,295 of them, against 3.5/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Livesey Saint Francis' Church of England 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 higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, 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 (3.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 173 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 activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Livesey Saint Francis' Church of England School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are happy, well-behaved, and deeply engaged in their learning. Leaders have established a clear vision that pupils live out through their actions, fostering a calm and orderly environment. The school has made significant progress since its previous inspection, with particular excellence noted in pupils’ personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils’ personal development is described as "exceptional," with students demonstrating maturity in discussing diversity and actively contributing to their community.
- The curriculum is "well-ordered" and carefully designed, allowing pupils to build "secure knowledge over time" and make meaningful connections in their learning.
- Reading is a high priority, with effective phonics teaching and support ensuring pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), catch up quickly if they fall behind.
- Staff skilfully check pupils’ understanding and revisit previous learning, helping pupils to successfully develop their knowledge in most subjects.
- Leaders and governors work well together, having made "huge leaps" in addressing previous areas for improvement and supporting staff well-being.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, some staff lack the secure subject knowledge needed to deliver the curriculum consistently well, which hinders pupils from making secure connections between topics and concepts.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders prioritising pupils’ safety, providing regular staff training, and working diligently with external agencies to support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 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
—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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