Belthorn Academy Primary School
URN: 137512 • Blackburn BB1 2NY
Overview
- Name
- Belthorn Academy Primary School
- URN
- 137512
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- BELTHORN ACADEMY PRIMARY SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Melanie Furness (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 0125455620
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Belthorn Road, Blackburn BB1 2NY
Summary
Belthorn Academy Primary School, located in Blackburn, Lancashire, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrollment of 240 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school prides itself on fostering a caring and nurturing environment where both children and staff are encouraged to reach their full potential. With a commitment to high standards, Belthorn Academy aims to instill values of pride, encouragement, and hard work in its students.
The curriculum at Belthorn Academy is designed to be engaging and diverse, catering to different learning styles. Early Years education is focused on creating fun and extraordinary experiences, while Years 1 and 2 emphasize collaboration and shared learning. As students progress through Years 3 to 6, the school incorporates creativity and outdoor learning, preparing them for secondary education and future challenges.
Belthorn Academy also offers a range of extracurricular activities and support services, including a breakfast club and afterschool care. The school values community involvement and aims to create well-rounded individuals ready to contribute positively to society. For more information, visit their website at www.belthornacademy.co.uk.
The curriculum at Belthorn Academy is designed to be engaging and diverse, catering to different learning styles. Early Years education is focused on creating fun and extraordinary experiences, while Years 1 and 2 emphasize collaboration and shared learning. As students progress through Years 3 to 6, the school incorporates creativity and outdoor learning, preparing them for secondary education and future challenges.
Belthorn Academy also offers a range of extracurricular activities and support services, including a breakfast club and afterschool care. The school values community involvement and aims to create well-rounded individuals ready to contribute positively to society. For more information, visit their website at www.belthornacademy.co.uk.
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BELTHORN ACADEMY PRIMARY SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 240
- Boys
- 126
- Girls
- 114
- FSM %
- 11.90
- Open date
- 2011-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-02-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 240 | 126 | 114 | 210 | 11.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 236 | 127 | 109 | 210 | 10.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 231 | 122 | 109 | 236 | 9.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 231 | 122 | 109 | 236 | 9.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 209 | 111 | 98 | 236 | 9.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 203 | 108 | 95 | 236 | 6.00 |
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