Castercliff Primary School
91%
Capacity
383
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Castercliff Primary School
Castercliff Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Pendle community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 383 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Castercliff Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Sherwin, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12774th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 33 in Pendle.
Castercliff Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 35 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 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, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Castercliff Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Pendle, Castercliff 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 | Marsden Hall Road North, Nelson, Pendle, BB9 8JJ |
| Headteacher | Mark Sherwin |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 383 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.6% |
| School Capacity | 383 / 420 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jun 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12774th of 13,686
Nationally
1901st of 2,065
In North West
30th of 33
In Pendle
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
38%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
86
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Marsden Hall Road North, Nelson
Pendle, BB9 8JJ
Journey to School
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