Oswaldtwistle West End Primary School
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Oswaldtwistle West End Primary School
Oswaldtwistle West End Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Hyndburn community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Oswaldtwistle West End Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James McBride, 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 6833rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 31 in Hyndburn.
Oswaldtwistle West End Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 27 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oswaldtwistle West End Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Science Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hyndburn, Oswaldtwistle West 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Aspen Lane, Oswaldtwistle, Hyndburn, BB5 4QA |
| Headteacher | James McBride |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.7% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6833rd of 13,686
Nationally
983rd of 2,065
In North West
8th 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
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
63%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Aspen Lane, Oswaldtwistle
Hyndburn, BB5 4QA
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