St Alban's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
80%
Capacity
169
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About St Alban's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
St Alban's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 169 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Alban's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Speakman, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11709th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
St Alban's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 9 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Alban's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn include Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, St Alban's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Trinity Street, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 5BN |
| Headteacher | Claire Speakman |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 169 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.7% |
| School Capacity | 169 / 210 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11709th of 13,686
Nationally
1723rd of 2,065
In North West
39th of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
45%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
27
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Alban's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
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Contact Information
Trinity Street, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB1 5BN
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