Padiham Green Church of England Primary School
90%
Capacity
188
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Padiham Green Church of England Primary School
Padiham Green Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Burnley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 188 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Padiham Green Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Tyrer, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 28% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13354th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 28 in Burnley.
Padiham Green Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 19 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Padiham Green Church of England Primary School include Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Cross Country, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, Padiham Green Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | St Anne's Street, Padiham, Burnley, BB12 7AX |
| Headteacher | Lisa Tyrer |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 188 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.1% |
| School Capacity | 188 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (28%)
13354th of 13,686
Nationally
2007th of 2,065
In North West
26th of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
28%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
28%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
64
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Padiham Green Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
St Anne's Street, Padiham
Burnley, BB12 7AX
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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