St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School, Padiham

URN: 119648 • Burnley BB12 7BN

Overview

Name
St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School, Padiham
URN
119648
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kathleen McKeating (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01282771146
Website
Visit
Address
St John's Road, Burnley BB12 7BN

Summary

St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Padiham, Burnley, Lancashire. With a current enrolment of 234 pupils, the school has a capacity of 210, reflecting its commitment to providing a nurturing environment for all students. The school serves a mixed-gender population and has a notable percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals, currently at 23.5%.

The school emphasizes its Catholic ethos, integrating religious education and values into its curriculum. This focus aims to foster a strong sense of community and moral development among students. St John the Baptist Primary School offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring a well-rounded education that promotes both academic and personal growth.

Support for students with special educational needs is a priority, with dedicated resources and staff in place to assist those requiring additional help. The school encourages parental involvement and maintains open lines of communication through various channels, including its website and direct contact details.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
234
Boys
108
Girls
126
FSM %
23.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 234 108 126 210 23.50
2024-09-11 226 107 119 210 18.60
2023-09-11 226 121 105 210 18.60
2022-09-11 226 121 105 210 18.60
2021-09-11 240 128 112 210 19.00
2020-09-11 237 128 109 210 15.70

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