Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School
85%
Capacity
448
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School
Accrington Hyndburn Park 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 448 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 530 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Hardwick, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11025th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 31 in Hyndburn.
Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 130 applications for 59 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Athletics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hyndburn, Accrington Hyndburn Park 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 | Park Road, Accrington, Hyndburn, BB5 1ST |
| Headteacher | Joanne Hardwick |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.4% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 530 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11025th of 13,686
Nationally
1623rd of 2,065
In North West
20th of 31
In Hyndburn
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
49%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
130
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Park Road, Accrington
Hyndburn, BB5 1ST
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