Roe Lee Park Primary School
107%
Capacity
431
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Roe Lee Park Primary School
Roe Lee Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 431 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 403 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Roe Lee Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gillian Wilton, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11904th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
Roe Lee Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 31 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Roe Lee Park Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Dance, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Coding, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, Roe Lee Park 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 | Emerald Avenue, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 9RP |
| Headteacher | Gillian Wilton |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 431 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.3% |
| School Capacity | 431 / 403 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Dec 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11904th of 13,686
Nationally
1755th of 2,065
In North West
41st of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
44%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Emerald Avenue, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 9RP
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