Walverden Primary School
107%
Capacity
451
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Walverden Primary School
Walverden Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Pendle community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 451 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Walverden Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher H Ahmed, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5462nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 33 in Pendle.
Walverden Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 134 applications for 59 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Walverden Primary School include Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Football, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Chess, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Pendle, Walverden 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bracewell Street, Nelson, Pendle, BB9 0TL |
| Headteacher | H Ahmed |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.7% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 420 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5462nd of 13,686
Nationally
791st of 2,065
In North West
13th of 33
In Pendle
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
67%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
134
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bracewell Street, Nelson
Pendle, BB9 0TL
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