Great Harwood Primary School

URN: 119162 • Blackburn BB6 7JQ

Overview

Name
Great Harwood Primary School
URN
119162
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John McKenna (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01254880810
Website
Visit
Address
Rushton Street, Blackburn BB6 7JQ

Summary

Great Harwood Primary School is a community school located in Blackburn, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 209 pupils and a capacity of 315. The school caters to mixed-gender students from nursery through Year Six, providing a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to learn and grow. The school's ethos is centered around creating a happy, safe, and supportive atmosphere, fostering respect, perseverance, and high expectations among pupils.

The curriculum at Great Harwood Primary is designed to engage students and promote academic success, with a strong emphasis on reading and personal development. The school has received positive feedback from OFSTED, highlighting the high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff are committed to inspiring students and celebrating their achievements, which helps to build confidence and aspirations.

Great Harwood Primary School prides itself on being an integral part of the local community, welcoming parents and families to participate in school activities. The school encourages open communication and invites visits to explore its facilities and ethos further.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
315
Pupils
209
Boys
103
Girls
106
FSM %
43.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 209 103 106 315 43.40
2024-09-11 202 97 105 315 40.60
2023-09-11 201 97 104 315 33.50
2022-09-11 201 97 104 315 33.50
2021-09-11 201 102 99 315 28.30
2020-09-11 199 102 97 315 22.90

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