Accrington Peel Park Primary School
96%
Capacity
606
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Accrington Peel Park Primary School
Accrington Peel Park Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Hyndburn community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 606 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Accrington Peel Park Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher David Waites, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10757th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 31 in Hyndburn.
Accrington Peel Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 203 applications for 77 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 72 were first-preference applications.
Accrington Peel Park Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 43% recommending the school (69 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Accrington Peel Park Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Athletics, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hyndburn, Accrington Peel 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Alice Street, Accrington, Hyndburn, BB5 6QR |
| Headteacher | David Waites |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 606 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.4% |
| School Capacity | 606 / 630 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10757th of 13,686
Nationally
1578th of 2,065
In North West
19th of 31
In Hyndburn
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
69 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed77
203
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
72 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Accrington Peel Park Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Alice Street, Accrington
Hyndburn, BB5 6QR
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