Accrington Benjamin Hargreaves Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School

URN: 119441 • Accrington BB5 2AQ

Overview

Name
Accrington Benjamin Hargreaves Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School
URN
119441
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
28.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lesley Pemberton (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Barnfield Street, Accrington BB5 2AQ

Summary

Accrington Benjamin Hargreaves Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School is a mixed-gender primary school located in Accrington, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 150 pupils and a capacity of 161. The school operates under a strong Christian ethos, aiming to foster spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development in a nurturing environment. The school’s vision, rooted in the biblical principle of love, guides its educational approach and community interactions.

The curriculum is designed to provide high-quality teaching and learning opportunities, ensuring that all children can reach their full potential. With five classes, some of which are mixed-aged, the school promotes a close-knit, family-like atmosphere that supports individual growth and academic achievement.

Community engagement is a priority, with strong links to St Paul's Church and active collaboration with parents and carers. The school encourages prospective families to visit during their Open Week and explore the resources available on their website for further information.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
161
Pupils
150
Boys
81
Girls
69
FSM %
27.30
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2024-08-31
Last Ofsted
2023-05-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 150 81 69 161 27.30
2024-09-11 150 81 69 161 27.30
2023-09-11 159 81 78 161 20.80
2022-09-11 159 81 78 161 20.80
2021-09-11 161 81 80 161 18.00
2020-09-11 161 82 79 161 15.50

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