Burnley Stoneyholme Community Primary School
100%
Capacity
422
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Burnley Stoneyholme Community Primary School
Burnley Stoneyholme 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 422 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher L Davison, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4727th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 28 in Burnley.
Burnley Stoneyholme Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 46 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
Burnley Stoneyholme Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 80% recommending the school (10 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Stoneyholme Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, Burnley Stoneyholme 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 | Oswald Street, Burnley, Burnley, BB12 0BN |
| Headteacher | L Davison |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 422 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.9% |
| School Capacity | 422 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4727th of 13,686
Nationally
683rd of 2,065
In North West
5th of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
10 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
105
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burnley Stoneyholme Community Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Oswald Street, Burnley
Burnley, BB12 0BN
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