Salesbury Church of England Primary School
Blackburn, BB1 9EQ · Lancashire · primary school
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172nd 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 3,124 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6/10 among them, against 5.6/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.62 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.01 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Salesbury Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 5.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in October 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6 out of 10 among them, against 5.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including Young Leaders, Eco Council, Scribble Club, Chess Club, and Art Club. Sports options cover Girls' Football, Cross Country, Netball, and Athletics. Music provision includes guitar, piano, brass, violin, recorders, ukelele, and the Francais Choir. Trips visit Brockholes, Ribchester, Cuerden Valley, Pendle Hill, and the Salthill Geology Trail.
Getting in
The published school roll is 283 pupils against a stated capacity of 306. 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 reach the higher standard in maths? What specific support is available for children who need extra help with reading? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Salesbury Church of England Primary School
Overview
Salesbury Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a calm atmosphere where pupils are happy and feel safe. Leaders have designed a curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, enabling them to achieve well over time.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy learning in a "calm atmosphere" and feel safe, knowing there is "always someone to talk with if they have any worries or concerns."
- The curriculum is "ordered carefully" with identified links between subjects, helping pupils apply existing knowledge to new learning.
- Staff use assessment information "skilfully" to identify gaps in learning and plan next steps, ensuring pupils can build on what they know.
- Learning to read is given the "highest priority," with skilled staff in the early years developing children’s spoken language and helping them become "confident, fluent readers."
- Pupils’ personal development is promoted well through visits to museums, fieldwork, and a wide range of clubs, fostering a love of reading and respect for different cultures.
Areas to improve
- A few subject leaders are new to their roles and have had "limited opportunity to access training," which hampers their ability to refine subject curriculums; leaders should ensure they provide suitable training to enable these staff to carry out their roles effectively.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained to recognise changes in pupils’ demeanour and procedures in place to ensure vulnerable pupils quickly receive help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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