Briercliffe Primary School
94%
Capacity
396
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Briercliffe Primary School
Briercliffe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Burnley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 396 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Briercliffe Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Ramsbottom, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10447th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 28 in Burnley.
Briercliffe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 39 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Briercliffe Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Gymnastics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, Briercliffe 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Delamere Road, Burnley, Burnley, BB10 2JU |
| Headteacher | Joanne Ramsbottom |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 396 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 396 / 420 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10447th of 13,686
Nationally
1535th of 2,065
In North West
16th of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
51%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Briercliffe Primary School
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Contact Information
Delamere Road, Burnley
Burnley, BB10 2JU
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