Padiham St Leonard's Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School

URN: 119425 • Padiham, Burnley BB12 8HT

Overview

Name
Padiham St Leonard's Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School
URN
119425
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
63.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Beverly Holmes (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01282771470
Website
Visit
Address
Moor Lane, Padiham, Burnley BB12 8HT

Summary

Padiham St Leonard's Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School is located in Padiham, Burnley, and serves a mixed-gender population of 334 pupils, with a capacity of 341. The school operates under the ethos of the Church of England, promoting values rooted in the Christian faith, as reflected in their guiding scripture from Matthew 13:8. This commitment to faith-based education is integral to the school's community and culture.

The curriculum at St Leonard's is designed to provide a well-rounded education, fostering both academic and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusivity and support, with 41.80% of pupils eligible for free school meals, indicating a commitment to catering to diverse needs and backgrounds.

St Leonard's aims to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. The school actively engages with the local community, encouraging parental involvement and fostering strong relationships that enhance the educational experience for all students. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.st-leonards.lancs.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
341
Pupils
334
Boys
170
Girls
164
FSM %
41.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 334 170 164 341 41.80
2024-09-11 328 172 156 341 39.30
2023-09-11 340 178 162 341 32.90
2022-09-11 340 178 162 341 32.90
2021-09-11 331 175 156 320 28.00
2020-09-11 333 169 164 320 22.20

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