Burnley Springfield Community Primary School
83%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Burnley Springfield Community Primary School
Burnley Springfield Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Burnley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 251 places).
Ofsted has rated Burnley Springfield Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samaira Nasim, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11114th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 28 in Burnley.
Burnley Springfield Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 28 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Burnley Springfield Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (14 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burnley Springfield Community Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Athletics, Football, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, Burnley Springfield Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Oxford Road, Burnley, Burnley, BB11 3HP |
| Headteacher | Samaira Nasim |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.8% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 251 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11114th of 13,686
Nationally
1635th of 2,065
In North West
20th of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
14 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burnley Springfield Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Oxford Road, Burnley
Burnley, BB11 3HP
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