Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy
77%
Capacity
162
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy
Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Hyndburn community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 162 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrea Gray, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12032nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 31 in Hyndburn.
Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 22 applications for 13 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Library, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Dance, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hyndburn, Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Mount St James, Knuzden, Blackburn, Hyndburn, BB1 2DR |
| Headteacher | Andrea Gray |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 162 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.9% |
| School Capacity | 162 / 210 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2017Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12032nd of 13,686
Nationally
1776th of 2,065
In North West
22nd of 31
In Hyndburn
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
14%
'23/24
43%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed13
22
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Mount St James, Knuzden, Blackburn
Hyndburn, BB1 2DR
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