Accrington Huncoat Primary School
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Accrington Huncoat Primary School
Accrington Huncoat Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hyndburn community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Accrington Huncoat Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Dickinson, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5912th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 31 in Hyndburn.
Accrington Huncoat Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 20 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
Accrington Huncoat Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 78% recommending the school (40 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Accrington Huncoat Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Cross Country, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Gardening, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hyndburn, Accrington Huncoat Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lynwood Road, Accrington, Hyndburn, BB5 6LR |
| Headteacher | Rachel Dickinson |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.7% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5912th of 13,686
Nationally
853rd of 2,065
In North West
6th of 31
In Hyndburn
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
40 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Accrington Huncoat Primary School
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Contact Information
Lynwood Road, Accrington
Hyndburn, BB5 6LR
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