Hapton Church of England/Methodist Primary School
96%
Capacity
125
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Hapton Church of England/Methodist Primary School
Hapton Church of England/Methodist Primary School is a state-funded Church of England/Methodist primary school serving the Burnley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 125 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 130 places).
Ofsted has rated Hapton Church of England/Methodist Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amourelle Leyland, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12214th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 28 in Burnley.
Hapton Church of England/Methodist Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 16 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hapton Church of England/Methodist Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, Hapton Church of England/Methodist 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 | Church of England/Methodist |
| Address | Manchester Road, Burnley, Burnley, BB11 5RF |
| Headteacher | Amourelle Leyland |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 125 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.0% |
| School Capacity | 125 / 130 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12214th of 13,686
Nationally
1805th of 2,065
In North West
22nd of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
42%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hapton Church of England/Methodist Primary School
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Contact Information
Manchester Road, Burnley
Burnley, BB11 5RF
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