St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School
St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Samantha O'Connell, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12588th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (16 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School include Forest School, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Cricket, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, St Luke and St Philips Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Hancock Street, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 2LZ |
| Headteacher | Samantha O'Connell |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.4% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12588th of 13,686
Nationally
1869th of 2,065
In North West
45th of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
39%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
16 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities 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
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Hancock Street, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 2LZ
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Opening Hours
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