Lammack Primary School
96%
Capacity
527
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Lammack Primary School
Lammack Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 527 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 550 places).
Ofsted has rated Lammack Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paula Duckworth, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1513th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
Lammack Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 221 applications for 89 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 83 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lammack Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Football, Rounders, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Chess, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, Lammack 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 | Lammack Road, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 8LH |
| Headteacher | Paula Duckworth |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 527 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.6% |
| School Capacity | 527 / 550 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1513th of 13,686
Nationally
188th of 2,065
In North West
4th of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
80%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
221
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
83 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 Lammack Primary School
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Contact Information
Lammack Road, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 8LH
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