St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
93%
Capacity
195
Pupils
4.5x
Demand
About St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
St Mary Magdalene Catholic 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 195 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Bridget Loughran, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9933rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 28 in Burnley.
St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 15 places, making it 4.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy include Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Film Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Burnley, St Mary Magdalene Catholic 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 | Wellfield Drive, Burnley, Burnley, BB12 0JD |
| Headteacher | Bridget Loughran |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 195 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.0% |
| School Capacity | 195 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9933rd of 13,686
Nationally
1432nd of 2,065
In North West
14th of 28
In Burnley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
32%
'23/24
53%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
68
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (18% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Wellfield Drive, Burnley
Burnley, BB12 0JD
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