St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
97%
Capacity
204
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn is a state-funded Roman Catholic 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 Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn "Good", the school is led by headteacher A Thomson, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4151st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 27 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cross Country, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.4%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, St Mary's and St Joseph'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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Bennington Street, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 3HP |
| Headteacher | A Thomson |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.4% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 210 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 May 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4151st of 13,686
Nationally
604th of 2,065
In North West
19th of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
70%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
83
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
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Contact Information
Bennington Street, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 3HP
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