Accrington St Mary Magdalen's Church of England Primary School
URN: 119446 • Accrington BB5 1DW
Overview
- Name
- Accrington St Mary Magdalen's Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 119446
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Victoria Bird (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01254232329
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Devonshire Street, Accrington BB5 1DW
Summary
      Accrington St Mary Magdalen's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Accrington, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 190 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school is committed to a strong Christian ethos, aiming to help all students flourish and reach their potential through a curriculum designed to inspire and engage. The school follows the Christian vision of "living and living splendidly," based on John 10:10, and emphasizes the importance of personal and academic achievement.
The dedicated staff at St Mary Magdalen's work closely with parents, carers, and the local community to support children's learning and development. The school maintains an open-door policy, encouraging communication and collaboration between families and educators. Regular target setting and a structured approach to learning ensure that each child's unique needs are met throughout their educational journey.
In addition to a strong academic focus, the school fosters a close relationship with St Mary Magdalen’s Church, enhancing its community ties. The school offers various extracurricular activities, including a breakfast club and after-school club, to support families and enrich the students' school experience.
      The dedicated staff at St Mary Magdalen's work closely with parents, carers, and the local community to support children's learning and development. The school maintains an open-door policy, encouraging communication and collaboration between families and educators. Regular target setting and a structured approach to learning ensure that each child's unique needs are met throughout their educational journey.
In addition to a strong academic focus, the school fosters a close relationship with St Mary Magdalen’s Church, enhancing its community ties. The school offers various extracurricular activities, including a breakfast club and after-school club, to support families and enrich the students' school experience.
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 190
- Boys
- 88
- Girls
- 102
- FSM %
- 46.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 190 | 88 | 102 | 210 | 46.80 | 
| 2024-09-11 | 204 | 98 | 106 | 210 | 45.60 | 
| 2023-09-11 | 192 | 98 | 94 | 210 | 46.40 | 
| 2022-09-11 | 192 | 98 | 94 | 210 | 46.40 | 
| 2021-09-11 | 193 | 96 | 97 | 210 | 47.20 | 
| 2020-09-11 | 199 | 101 | 98 | 210 | 43.70 | 
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