Marsden Community Primary School
100%
Capacity
420
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Marsden Community Primary School
Marsden Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Pendle community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 420 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Marsden Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicole Delamere, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4809th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 33 in Pendle.
Marsden Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 171 applications for 56 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 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 Marsden Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Athletics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Pendle, Marsden Community 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Percy Street, Nelson, Pendle, BB9 0BE |
| Headteacher | Nicole Delamere |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 420 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.1% |
| School Capacity | 420 / 420 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Oct 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4809th of 13,686
Nationally
697th of 2,065
In North West
10th of 33
In Pendle
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
68%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
171
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Percy Street, Nelson
Pendle, BB9 0BE
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