Oswaldtwistle Moor End Primary School
92%
Capacity
202
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Oswaldtwistle Moor End Primary School
Oswaldtwistle Moor End Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hyndburn community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 220 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oswaldtwistle Moor End Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Philip Sumner, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6619th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 31 in Hyndburn.
Oswaldtwistle Moor End Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 28 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oswaldtwistle Moor End Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Eco Club, Science Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hyndburn, Oswaldtwistle Moor End 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 | White Ash Lane, Accrington, Hyndburn, BB5 3JG |
| Headteacher | Philip Sumner |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.4% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 220 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6619th of 13,686
Nationally
948th of 2,065
In North West
7th of 31
In Hyndburn
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
White Ash Lane, Accrington
Hyndburn, BB5 3JG
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