Heasandford Primary School
100%
Capacity
632
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Heasandford Primary School
Heasandford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Burnley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 632 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Heasandford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jackie Hall, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10959th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 28 in Burnley.
Heasandford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 180 applications for 88 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 78 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Heasandford Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Athletics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, Heasandford 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 | Williams Road, Burnley, Burnley, BB10 3DA |
| Headteacher | Jackie Hall |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 632 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.2% |
| School Capacity | 632 / 630 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
10959th of 13,686
Nationally
1610th of 2,065
In North West
19th of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
49%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed88
180
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
78 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Williams Road, Burnley
Burnley, BB10 3DA
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