Ashleigh Primary School
90%
Capacity
212
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Ashleigh Primary School
Ashleigh Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 212 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 236 places).
Ofsted has rated Ashleigh Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ian Matthews, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2928th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
Ashleigh Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 35 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashleigh Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Art Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, Ashleigh 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 | Ross Street, Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, BB3 2JT |
| Headteacher | Ian Matthews |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.6% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 236 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 31 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2928th of 13,686
Nationally
412th of 2,065
In North West
10th of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
74%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ashleigh Primary School
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Contact Information
Ross Street, Darwen
Blackburn with Darwen, BB3 2JT
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