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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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