Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery
89%
Capacity
160
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery
Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 160 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Waddington, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 36 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Dance, Athletics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Shorrock Lane, BLACKBURN, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 4TT |
| Headteacher | James Waddington |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 160 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.1% |
| School Capacity | 160 / 180 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shorrock Lane, BLACKBURN
Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 4TT
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