Briercliffe Primary School

URN: 119168 • Burnley BB10 2JU

Overview

Name
Briercliffe Primary School
URN
119168
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
50.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanne Ramsbottom (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01282459421
Website
Visit
Address
Delamere Road, Burnley BB10 2JU

Summary

Briercliffe Primary School is a community school located in Burnley, Lancashire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 396 pupils, with a capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment, where the ethos is encapsulated in the motto, “In work and play, only our best.” This reflects the dedication of both staff and students to achieve high standards in learning and personal development.

The school places a strong emphasis on core values such as care, respect, honesty, and resilience, aiming to prepare children for future success as confident adults. Briercliffe Primary offers a balanced and creative curriculum designed to inspire learning and promote independence, while also encouraging meaningful partnerships with parents to support student outcomes.

Briercliffe Primary School actively welcomes community involvement and encourages visits from prospective families. For those interested in admissions for September 2025, important dates for induction meetings and transition sessions have been scheduled, ensuring a smooth start for new pupils. Further information can be accessed through the school’s website or by contacting the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
396
Boys
220
Girls
176
FSM %
15.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 396 220 176 420 15.90
2024-09-11 396 214 182 420 16.90
2023-09-11 351 190 161 420 19.90
2022-09-11 351 190 161 390 19.90
2021-09-11 331 172 159 390 19.00
2020-09-11 319 170 149 315 16.00

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