St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School
Blackburn, BB2 2LZ · Blackburn with Darwen · primary school
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47th 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 — 1.3/10 against 1,144 of them, against 1.2/10 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 | 46.0 · 14 | 62% | 0.85 |
| 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 Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46% 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%, 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 (1.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 202 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 strategies are used to help children reach the higher standard in reading, writing, and maths? How does the school monitor progress for pupils who have not yet met the expected standard?
What Ofsted said about St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this welcoming school, where they “embody the school’s vision of respecting others” and behave well. However, the quality of education and leadership require improvement due to “gaps in their learning” and inconsistent curriculum delivery, particularly in the early years and key stage 2.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate positive behaviour, with learning “rarely interrupted” and effective strategies reducing persistent absence.
- The phonics programme is delivered by “well-trained staff” who ably support those needing extra help.
- Effective systems identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), providing “well-chosen resources” for access.
- Pupils benefit from a range of personal development opportunities, including trips, clubs, and charitable activities that foster empathy.
- Staff report positive support for their workload and well-being from the school and trust.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must check that pupils’ knowledge is secure before introducing new topics to address unaddressed gaps in understanding.
- The school must finalise early years curriculum thinking to ensure children are sufficiently prepared for Year 1.
- Teachers need adequate subject knowledge to deliver the curriculum effectively, and there must be increased emphasis on addressing vocabulary gaps that limit reading comprehension.
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 | 37% |
| 2023/24 | 39% |
| 2024/25 | 46% |
| 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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