Brookhouse Primary School
121%
Capacity
255
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Brookhouse Primary School
Brookhouse Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 255 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (121% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brookhouse Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher K Forsyth, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2187th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
Brookhouse Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 23 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brookhouse Primary School include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Forest School, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Rounders, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, Brookhouse 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Troy Street, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 6NY |
| Headteacher | K Forsyth |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 255 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.5% |
| School Capacity | 255 / 210 (121% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2187th of 13,686
Nationally
299th of 2,065
In North West
6th of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
77%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed23
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 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.
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Contact Information
Troy Street, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 6NY
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