Intack Primary School
85%
Capacity
399
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Intack Primary School
Intack 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 399 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Intack Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fiona Salisbury, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11151st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
Intack Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 27 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple 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 Intack Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Chess, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, Intack 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 | Whitebirk Road, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 3HY |
| Headteacher | Fiona Salisbury |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 399 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.7% |
| School Capacity | 399 / 472 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11151st of 13,686
Nationally
1642nd of 2,065
In North West
38th of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
32%
'23/24
48%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Whitebirk Road, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 3HY
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