St Antony's RC Primary School

URN: 119516 • Blackburn BB1 2HP

Overview

Name
St Antony's RC Primary School
URN
119516
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Heather McGowan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
0125454686
Website
Visit
Address
Shadsworth Road, Blackburn BB1 2HP

Summary

St Antony's RC Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Blackburn, serving a mixed-gender population of 221 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is part of the Roman Catholic community of the Holy Family, where its mission is to foster a nurturing environment grounded in faith, education, and community values. The headteacher, Mrs. Heather McGowan, emphasizes the importance of each child's unique potential and the school's commitment to raising standards and aspirations.

The curriculum at St Antony's is designed to promote both academic achievement and personal development, encouraging pupils to discover and utilize their God-given talents. The school prides itself on a supportive atmosphere, where pupils feel safe and valued, as highlighted by the positive experiences shared by current students regarding their teachers and school meals.

Parents considering St Antony's for their children can find detailed admission information on the school’s website. The school encourages visits for prospective families to experience the welcoming community and the ethos of care and respect that defines St Antony's.

Key details

LA
Blackburn with Darwen
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
221
Boys
112
Girls
109
FSM %
43.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-04-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 221 112 109 210 43.30
2024-09-11 229 122 107 210 43.60
2023-09-11 223 112 111 210 38.90
2022-09-11 223 112 111 210 38.90
2021-09-11 223 120 103 210 36.40
2020-09-11 230 126 104 210 26.20

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