St Matthew's Church of England Primary School

URN: 119505 • Blackburn BB1 1DF

Overview

Name
St Matthew's Church of England Primary School
URN
119505
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
59.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julian Rogers (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01254291250
Website
Visit
Address
Withers Street, Blackburn BB1 1DF

Summary

St Matthew's Church of England Primary School, located in Blackburn, is a voluntary aided primary school with a current enrolment of 271 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 280. The school embraces a mixed-gender environment and is committed to fostering a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive academically and personally. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its vision: "Live, Love, Learn," which aims to encourage students to lead fulfilled lives, value relationships, and develop a passion for learning.

The curriculum at St Matthew's is designed to provide a well-rounded education, integrating both academic and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on inclusion and safeguarding, ensuring that all children feel supported and valued in their learning journey. The school also collaborates with Brunel Nursery School, enhancing early years education and fostering a sense of community among families.

With approximately 30% of pupils eligible for free school meals, St Matthew's is dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of its student body. The school actively engages with parents and the local community to create a supportive environment that promotes the well-being and success of all children. For more information, visit their website at http://www.stmatthewsblackburn.com.

Key details

LA
Blackburn with Darwen
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
280
Pupils
271
Boys
142
Girls
129
FSM %
30.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-07-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 271 142 129 280 30.30
2024-09-11 276 147 129 280 27.50
2023-09-11 276 131 145 280 27.90
2022-09-11 276 131 145 280 27.90
2021-09-11 274 136 138 280 25.50
2020-09-11 274 141 133 280 19.30

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