Feniscowles Primary School
98%
Capacity
410
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Feniscowles Primary School
Feniscowles Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 410 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Feniscowles Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rob Andrew, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5698th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
Feniscowles Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 168 applications for 58 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Feniscowles Primary School include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Football, Dance, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, Feniscowles 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 | Livesey Branch Road, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 5EG |
| Headteacher | Rob Andrew |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 410 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.7% |
| School Capacity | 410 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 21 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5698th of 13,686
Nationally
824th of 2,065
In North West
25th of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
66%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
168
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 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 Feniscowles Primary School
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Contact Information
Livesey Branch Road, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 5EG
Journey to School
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