Accrington Huncoat Primary School
URN: 119182 • Accrington BB5 6LR
Overview
- Name
- Accrington Huncoat Primary School
- URN
- 119182
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rachel Dickinson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Lynwood Road, Accrington BB5 6LR
Summary
Accrington Huncoat Primary School is a mixed community school located in Huncoat Village, Accrington, serving 216 pupils aged 3 to 11. The school prides itself on creating a friendly and nurturing environment where every child is valued as an individual. The ethos of the school is built around a commitment to fostering a growth mindset, encouraging students to strive for their best and develop resilience.
The curriculum at Huncoat Primary is designed to engage and inspire students, with a focus on both academic achievement and personal development. The school promotes a positive learning atmosphere, where children are encouraged to explore their interests and talents through various activities and clubs.
With a significant percentage of pupils (31.80%) eligible for free school meals, the school is dedicated to supporting all families in the community. The staff maintain an open-door policy, welcoming new families and fostering strong relationships with parents to enhance the educational experience for every child.
The curriculum at Huncoat Primary is designed to engage and inspire students, with a focus on both academic achievement and personal development. The school promotes a positive learning atmosphere, where children are encouraged to explore their interests and talents through various activities and clubs.
With a significant percentage of pupils (31.80%) eligible for free school meals, the school is dedicated to supporting all families in the community. The staff maintain an open-door policy, welcoming new families and fostering strong relationships with parents to enhance the educational experience for every child.
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 216
- Boys
- 95
- Girls
- 121
- FSM %
- 31.80
- Open date
- Close date
- 2022-02-28
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-07-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 216 | 95 | 121 | 210 | 31.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 216 | 95 | 121 | 210 | 31.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 216 | 95 | 121 | 210 | 31.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 216 | 95 | 121 | 210 | 31.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 217 | 105 | 112 | 210 | 33.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 222 | 110 | 112 | 180 | 33.80 |
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