Meadowhead Junior School

URN: 119121 • Blackburn BB2 4QG

Overview

Name
Meadowhead Junior School
URN
119121
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
44.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christopher Dugdale (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01254209871
Website
Visit
Address
Anglesey Street, Blackburn BB2 4QG

Summary

Meadowhead Junior School is a community primary school located in Blackburn, Lancashire, catering to 216 pupils with a capacity for 240. The school promotes a nurturing environment where high aspirations and personal development are central to its ethos. The mission statement emphasizes the importance of knowledge acquisition, self-pride, and active participation in school life, aiming to prepare students for secondary education and future success.

The school has recently received positive feedback from its Ofsted inspection in January 2025, highlighting its commitment to providing a high-quality education for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Inspectors praised the ambitious and engaging curriculum, the strong sense of community, and the effective leadership that drives continuous improvement.

Meadowhead Junior School places a strong emphasis on creating a safe and respectful environment for its students, encouraging creativity and independence. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with parents and the wider community to ensure that every child feels valued and supported in their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Blackburn with Darwen
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
240
Pupils
216
Boys
112
Girls
104
FSM %
61.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 216 112 104 240 61.60
2024-09-11 212 112 100 240 65.10
2023-09-11 213 114 99 240 62.40
2022-09-11 213 114 99 240 62.40
2021-09-11 211 108 103 240 55.90
2020-09-11 227 117 110 240 44.90

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