Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School

URN: 119280 • Rossendale BB4 6DX

Overview

Name
Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School
URN
119280
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
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Daniel Hargreaves (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01706215233
Website
Visit
Address
Linden Lea, Rossendale BB4 6DX

Summary

Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Rossendale, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 120 pupils and a capacity for 210. The school is committed to creating a nurturing and supportive learning environment where children are encouraged to reach their full potential. Core values such as happiness, acceptance, friendship, teamwork, forgiveness, respect, and perseverance are integral to the school's ethos.

The curriculum at Balladen is designed to be broad and balanced, fostering a love of learning through a variety of teaching methods, including whole class instruction and collaborative group work. The school emphasizes the importance of progression and continuity in education, ensuring that key knowledge and skills are developed across all year groups.

Balladen Community Primary School also prioritizes community involvement and support, offering various resources for parents, including information on school policies, financial assistance, and extracurricular activities. The school encourages open communication and welcomes visits from prospective families to learn more about its offerings.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
120
Boys
61
Girls
59
FSM %
45.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 120 61 59 210 45.00
2024-09-11 150 73 77 210 45.30
2023-09-11 184 88 96 210 39.70
2022-09-11 184 88 96 210 39.70
2021-09-11 197 98 99 210 35.50
2020-09-11 207 106 101 210 28.50

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