St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School

URN: 131683 • Burnley BB10 2PZ

Overview

Name
St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School
URN
131683
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Price (since 2025)
Telephone
Website
Address
Thames Avenue, Burnley BB10 2PZ

Summary

St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Burnley, Lancashire. With a current enrolment of 262 pupils and a capacity of 270, the school fosters a mixed-gender environment grounded in Catholic values. The school’s ethos is centred around the teachings of Jesus and the guidance of its Patron Saint, John the Baptist, promoting a nurturing and supportive atmosphere for all students.

The curriculum at St John’s is designed to provide a well-rounded education, integrating both academic and spiritual development. The school emphasizes the importance of community and encourages parental involvement, welcoming new families to visit and learn more about the school’s offerings.

St John’s is committed to supporting its pupils, with 24.8% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to inclusivity and equal opportunities. The staff, led by Headteacher Mrs H Bibby, strive to create a thriving educational environment where every child can flourish. For further inquiries, parents can contact the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
270
Pupils
262
Boys
129
Girls
133
FSM %
24.80
Open date
2006-09-01
Close date
2019-11-30
Last Ofsted
2018-01-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 262 129 133 270 24.80
2024-09-11 262 129 133 270 24.80
2023-09-11 262 129 133 270 24.80
2022-09-11 262 129 133 270 24.80
2021-09-11 262 129 133 270 24.80
2020-09-11 262 129 133 270 24.80

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