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Sudell Primary School

Sudell Primary School

Blackburn with Darwen, BB3 3EBPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

76%

Capacity

160

Pupils

2.1x

Demand

About Sudell Primary School

Sudell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 160 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Sudell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jenna Harty, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 13% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13629th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.

Sudell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 19 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Sudell Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Rounders, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Drama.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, Sudell 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressEllison Fold Terrace, Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, BB3 3EB
HeadteacherJenna Harty
Local AuthorityBlackburn with Darwen
Number of Pupils160
Free School Meals (FSM)42.5%
School Capacity160 / 210 (76% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

6 Oct 2021
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Improved
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 22 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (13%)

13629th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 100%

2050th of 2,065

In North West

Top 99%

52nd of 52

In Blackburn with Darwen

Top 100%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

13%

Expected Standard

4%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 97
Expected:33%
Higher:8%
Writing
Expected:21%
Higher:4%
MathsAvg Score: 102
Expected:63%
Higher:8%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -15%

'22/23

28%

'23/24

13%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismSpeech & LanguageLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
LibraryICT SuiteDining HallPlaying FieldsGymnasiumChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

8

Sports

FootballSwimmingRoundersTennisGymnastics

Clubs & Activities

ChoirArt ClubDrama

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

19

Applications

40

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

19 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sudell Primary School

Sudell Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01254703440www.sudellprimaryschool.co.uk/

Ellison Fold Terrace, Darwen

Blackburn with Darwen, BB3 3EB

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Ellison Fold Terrace, Darwen

Blackburn with Darwen, BB3 3EB

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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