Sudell Primary School
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ellison Fold Terrace, Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, BB3 3EB |
| Headteacher | Jenna Harty |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 160 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.5% |
| School Capacity | 160 / 210 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
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
2050th of 2,065
In North West
52nd of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
13%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
28%
'23/24
13%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed19
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
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
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Contact Information
Ellison Fold Terrace, Darwen
Blackburn with Darwen, BB3 3EB
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