Burnley Ightenhill Primary School
93%
Capacity
362
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Burnley Ightenhill Primary School
Burnley Ightenhill 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 362 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 390 places).
Ofsted has rated Burnley Ightenhill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sean Crosier, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10008th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 28 in Burnley.
Burnley Ightenhill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 122 applications for 44 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Burnley Ightenhill Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Tennis, Netball, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, Burnley Ightenhill 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 | Alder Street, Burnley, Burnley, BB12 6ED |
| Headteacher | Sean Crosier |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 362 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.7% |
| School Capacity | 362 / 390 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10008th of 13,686
Nationally
1445th of 2,065
In North West
15th of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
53%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed44
122
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Alder Street, Burnley
Burnley, BB12 6ED
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