St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn
93%
Capacity
417
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn
St Peter'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 417 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ann-Marie O'Neill, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9434th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 59 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 73% recommending the school (11 responses).
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 Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn include Sports Hall, Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Netball, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, St Peter'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 | Hawkins Street, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 2RY |
| Headteacher | Ann-Marie O'Neill |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 417 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.8% |
| School Capacity | 417 / 450 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9434th of 13,686
Nationally
1366th of 2,065
In North West
34th of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
11 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
97
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn
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Contact Information
Hawkins Street, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 2RY
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