Casterton Primary Academy
103%
Capacity
289
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Casterton Primary Academy
Casterton Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Burnley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 289 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 280 places).
Ofsted has rated Casterton Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Whaling, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% 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 1956th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 28 in Burnley.
Casterton Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 38 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Casterton Primary Academy include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, Casterton Primary Academy 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 | Casterton Primary Academy, Thames Avenue, Burnley, Burnley, BB10 2PZ |
| Headteacher | Paul Whaling |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 289 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.6% |
| School Capacity | 289 / 280 (103% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1956th of 13,686
Nationally
253rd of 2,065
In North West
3rd of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
78%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
146
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Casterton Primary Academy, Thames Avenue, Burnley
Burnley, BB10 2PZ
Casterton Primary Academy, Thames Avenue, Burnley
Burnley, BB10 2PZ
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