Belthorn Academy Primary School
114%
Capacity
240
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Belthorn Academy Primary School
Belthorn Academy Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 240 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Belthorn Academy Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Melanie Furness, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3934th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
Belthorn Academy Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 28 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
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 Belthorn Academy Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Dance, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, Belthorn Academy 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Belthorn Road, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 2NY |
| Headteacher | Melanie Furness |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 240 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.9% |
| School Capacity | 240 / 210 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3934th of 13,686
Nationally
567th of 2,065
In North West
16th of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
71%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Belthorn Road, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 2NY
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