St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy
St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Burnley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sinead Colbeck, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8212th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 28 in Burnley.
St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 23 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Dance, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Lowerhouse Lane, Burnley, Burnley, BB12 6HZ |
| Headteacher | Sinead Colbeck |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.4% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Feb 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8212th of 13,686
Nationally
1176th of 2,065
In North West
12th of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
59%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
78
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lowerhouse Lane, Burnley
Burnley, BB12 6HZ
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