St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy
Blackburn, BB2 4EW · Blackburn with Darwen · primary school
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51st 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 — 0.2/10 against 881 of them, against 0.5/10 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 | 23.0 · 1 | 62% | 0.08 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 23.0% 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, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the St Aidan's Ambassador's Club, Mini Police, Young Leaders, and the school choir. They participate in Sports Day and an Outward Bound trip. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 182 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 core subjects? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard?
What Ofsted said about St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy
Overview
Pupils “thoroughly enjoy coming to this warm and nurturing school,” where they are described as “confident, kind and articulate.” The report highlights a “broad and ambitious curriculum” that supports high expectations for all learners, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “positive attitudes to their learning” and are “friendly and well-mannered.”
- Staff are “skilled at teaching phonics,” enabling pupils to quickly become “accurate and fluent readers.”
- The school “identifies the additional needs of pupils with SEND quickly and accurately,” ensuring they access the same ambitious curriculum as peers.
- Leaders provide “effective support and challenge,” and staff feel “valued” and proud of their team.
- Pupils benefit from a “wide range of enrichment opportunities” and extra-curricular activities that “nurture pupils’ talents.”
Areas to improve
- Teachers must ensure that “pupils’ misconceptions are effectively dealt with” so errors do not hinder the building of new knowledge.
- The school should ensure pupils have “meaningful opportunities to revisit their previous learning” in all subjects to aid retention and progression.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 27% |
| 2023/24 | 41% |
| 2024/25 | 23% |
| 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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