Trawden Forest Primary School
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Trawden Forest Primary School
Trawden Forest Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Pendle community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Trawden Forest Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Stinchon, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3490th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 33 in Pendle.
Trawden Forest Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 20 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Trawden Forest Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Tennis, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Pendle, Trawden Forest 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 | Dean Street, Colne, Pendle, BB8 8RN |
| Headteacher | Lisa Stinchon |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.5% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3490th of 13,686
Nationally
494th of 2,065
In North West
7th of 33
In Pendle
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
25%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
72%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dean Street, Colne
Pendle, BB8 8RN
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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