Griffin Park Primary School
111%
Capacity
234
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Griffin Park Primary School
Griffin Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 234 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Griffin Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Chapman, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3872nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
Griffin Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Griffin Park Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Rounders, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Science Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, Griffin Park 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cavendish Place, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 2PN |
| Headteacher | David Chapman |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.2% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 210 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3872nd of 13,686
Nationally
553rd of 2,065
In North West
14th of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
71%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cavendish Place, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 2PN
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