Sharneyford Primary School
Bacup, OL13 9UQ · Lancashire · primary school
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373rd 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 — 0.2/10 against 4,083 of them, against 0.6/10 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 | 30.0 · 3 | 40% | 0.12 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.79 |
| 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.
Sharneyford Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 30.0% 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 (0.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 63 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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 literacy and numeracy? What specific interventions are in place for the 0.0% who reached the higher standard? How has the teaching approach changed since the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Sharneyford Primary School
Overview
Sharneyford Primary School is described as a "welcoming learning community" where pupils are happy and feel safe. The report confirms the school remains good, highlighting a supportive environment where staff treat pupils with "respect and kindness" and leaders are ambitious for every child’s success.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well designed in almost every subject," with key knowledge clearly set out to help pupils build understanding over time.
- Reading is a top priority; children get a "good start" in the early years, and those who struggle receive "appropriately targeted support" to build confidence.
- Staff effectively support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they have the "same opportunities to access the school’s ambitious curriculum."
- Behaviour is excellent, with pupils being "polite and well mannered," and bullying is reported as "very rare" and dealt with quickly.
- Staff feel "well supported by leaders" regarding workload and well-being, contributing to a positive school culture.
Areas to improve
- In "one or two subjects," the curriculum has not been fully adapted for mixed-age classes, meaning some pupils miss out on essential knowledge. Leaders must revise curriculum planning in these areas to clarify what knowledge pupils of different ages should learn.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff maintaining up-to-date knowledge through regular training and leaders working closely 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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 30% |
| 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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