Rishton Methodist Primary School
URN: 119396 • Blackburn BB1 4JF
Overview
- Name
- Rishton Methodist Primary School
- URN
- 119396
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Methodist
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Donna Higgens (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01254887223
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- George Street, Blackburn BB1 4JF
Summary
Rishton Methodist Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Blackburn, Lancashire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 157 pupils, with a capacity for 226. The school is rooted in Methodist values, promoting a caring Christian community where respect, compassion, and resilience are central to the educational experience. This ethos aims to prepare students for the challenges of an ever-changing world, encouraging them to "Rise up… take courage and do it" (Ezra 10:4).
The school offers a welcoming environment for prospective families, with open days and opportunities to meet staff. Admissions for the Reception class are managed by Lancashire County Council, with priority given to looked-after children and siblings of current pupils. For in-year admissions, parents are encouraged to contact the school directly to inquire about available places.
Rishton Methodist Primary School emphasizes a supportive community context, ensuring that all children are encouraged to achieve their best. The school actively engages with parents and the local community to foster a collaborative approach to education.
The school offers a welcoming environment for prospective families, with open days and opportunities to meet staff. Admissions for the Reception class are managed by Lancashire County Council, with priority given to looked-after children and siblings of current pupils. For in-year admissions, parents are encouraged to contact the school directly to inquire about available places.
Rishton Methodist Primary School emphasizes a supportive community context, ensuring that all children are encouraged to achieve their best. The school actively engages with parents and the local community to foster a collaborative approach to education.
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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
- 226
- Pupils
- 157
- Boys
- 72
- Girls
- 85
- FSM %
- 43.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-09-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 157 | 72 | 85 | 226 | 43.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 165 | 86 | 79 | 210 | 47.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 161 | 81 | 80 | 210 | 48.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 161 | 81 | 80 | 210 | 48.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 161 | 79 | 82 | 210 | 46.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 169 | 89 | 80 | 210 | 45.60 |
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