Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Burnley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Webster, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7749th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 28 in Burnley.
Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 30 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (49 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cricket, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Eco Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Calderbrook Avenue, Burnley, Burnley, BB11 4RB |
| Headteacher | Sarah Webster |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.0% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7749th of 13,686
Nationally
1101st of 2,065
In North West
9th of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
49 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
91
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Calderbrook Avenue, Burnley
Burnley, BB11 4RB
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