St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
79%
Capacity
212
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Burnley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 212 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Bibby, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4731st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 28 in Burnley.
St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 28 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Rounders, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Eco Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, St John the Baptist 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Thames Avenue, Burnley, Burnley, BB10 2PZ |
| Headteacher | Helen Bibby |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 212 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.5% |
| School Capacity | 212 / 270 (79% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 May 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 8 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4731st of 13,686
Nationally
684th of 2,065
In North West
6th of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
69%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Thames Avenue, Burnley
Burnley, BB10 2PZ
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