Pendle Primary Academy
101%
Capacity
423
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Pendle Primary Academy
Pendle Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Pendle community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 423 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Pendle Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Thompson, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10403rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 33 in Pendle.
Pendle Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 47 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pendle Primary Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cross Country, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Pendle, Pendle Primary Academy 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Walter Street, Nelson, Pendle, BB9 5AW |
| Headteacher | Simon Thompson |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 423 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.6% |
| School Capacity | 423 / 420 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10403rd of 13,686
Nationally
1531st of 2,065
In North West
25th of 33
In Pendle
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
51%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed47
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pendle Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Walter Street, Nelson
Pendle, BB9 5AW
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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