Northern Primary School

URN: 119190 • Bacup OL13 8PH

Overview

Name
Northern Primary School
URN
119190
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anna Ewens (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
44170687415
Website
Visit
Address
Burnley Road, Bacup OL13 8PH

Summary

Northern Primary School, located in Bacup, Lancashire, is a community school catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4-11. With a current enrolment of 165 students, the school has a capacity for 210, allowing for a close-knit and supportive environment. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and safe atmosphere where children can thrive academically and socially.

The curriculum at Northern Primary School emphasises outdoor learning and cross-curricular activities, including Forest School initiatives that engage students with their natural surroundings. This approach not only enhances academic learning but also fosters a love of nature and environmental awareness. The school promotes a diverse range of texts to encourage reading and provides opportunities for pupils to explore interests beyond the academic curriculum.

Northern Primary School is dedicated to celebrating individuality and ensuring that all students feel valued. Recent initiatives, such as music performances and virtual reality experiences, highlight the school's commitment to enriching the educational experience and fostering a strong sense of community among pupils and staff.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
165
Boys
79
Girls
86
FSM %
18.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 165 79 86 210 18.20
2024-09-11 178 86 92 210 17.40
2023-09-11 193 105 88 210 14.00
2022-09-11 193 105 88 210 14.00
2021-09-11 201 110 91 210 15.40
2020-09-11 195 106 89 210 13.30

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