St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
URN: 119513 • Blackburn BB2 3HP
Overview
- Name
- St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
- URN
- 119513
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- A Thomson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01254698301
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bennington Street, Blackburn BB2 3HP
Summary
St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, located in Blackburn, is a voluntary aided primary school with a current enrolment of 204 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 210. The school prides itself on fostering a strong sense of community grounded in Catholic values, encapsulated in its motto: "Being different, belonging together in the family of God." The headteacher, Mrs. Andrea Thomson, emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and motivating environment where every child is known as an individual, promoting both academic and personal growth.
The school is committed to developing the whole child—academically, socially, and spiritually—through a curriculum that integrates faith and values into daily learning. St Mary's and St Joseph's actively encourages collaboration among staff, parents, and the local community to support students in achieving their potential. The school also engages in various extracurricular activities, including athletics and charity events, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (28.4%), St Mary's and St Joseph's is dedicated to inclusivity and support for all families, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive in a nurturing environment.
The school is committed to developing the whole child—academically, socially, and spiritually—through a curriculum that integrates faith and values into daily learning. St Mary's and St Joseph's actively encourages collaboration among staff, parents, and the local community to support students in achieving their potential. The school also engages in various extracurricular activities, including athletics and charity events, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (28.4%), St Mary's and St Joseph's is dedicated to inclusivity and support for all families, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive in a nurturing environment.
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- SEND (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
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- Admissions (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Blackburn with Darwen
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 204
- Boys
- 109
- Girls
- 95
- FSM %
- 28.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 204 | 109 | 95 | 210 | 28.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 207 | 107 | 100 | 210 | 29.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | 105 | 105 | 210 | 31.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 210 | 105 | 105 | 210 | 31.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 205 | 106 | 99 | 210 | 30.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 210 | 110 | 100 | 210 | 19.00 |
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