The Olive School, Blackburn
101%
Capacity
637
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About The Olive School, Blackburn
The Olive School, Blackburn is a state-funded Muslim primary school serving the Blackburn with Darwen community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 637 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 630 places).
the school is led by headteacher Smeena Riaz, it falls under Blackburn with Darwen local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 95% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 95th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 52 in Blackburn with Darwen.
The Olive School, Blackburn is a popular choice with families — it received 290 applications for 90 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 168 were first-preference applications.
The Olive School, Blackburn parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (171 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Olive School, Blackburn include Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Gymnastics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackburn with Darwen, The Olive 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 | Muslim |
| Address | Meins Road, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 6QQ |
| Headteacher | Smeena Riaz |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Number of Pupils | 637 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.2% |
| School Capacity | 637 / 630 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (95%)
95th of 13,686
Nationally
14th of 2,065
In North West
1st of 52
In Blackburn with Darwen
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
95%
Expected Standard
26%
Higher Standard
'22/23
92%
'23/24
95%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
171 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
2025/26Oversubscribed90
290
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
168 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Olive School, Blackburn
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Meins Road, Blackburn
Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 6QQ
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