Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy
URN: 139514 • Blackburn BB2 6LX
Overview
- Name
- Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy
- URN
- 139514
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WENSLEY FOLD CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 71.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Amanda Whittingham (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01254667449
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Manor Road, Blackburn BB2 6LX
Summary
Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy, located in Blackburn, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 473 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 486. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment that promotes healthy eating and informed food choices, as outlined in its whole school food policy. This approach supports not only the nutritional needs of students but also aims to assist vulnerable families in accessing food during school holidays.
The curriculum at Wensley Fold is designed to inspire curiosity and critical thinking, particularly in subjects like history, where students are encouraged to explore the complexities of the past and develop their own perspectives. The school places a strong emphasis on equal access to opportunities for all pupils, ensuring that every child can thrive academically and socially.
Wensley Fold also prioritises safety and well-being, employing a CCTV system to enhance security on campus. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, providing resources and support through various initiatives, including information on free school meals and parenting advice. For more details, parents can visit the school’s website.
The curriculum at Wensley Fold is designed to inspire curiosity and critical thinking, particularly in subjects like history, where students are encouraged to explore the complexities of the past and develop their own perspectives. The school places a strong emphasis on equal access to opportunities for all pupils, ensuring that every child can thrive academically and socially.
Wensley Fold also prioritises safety and well-being, employing a CCTV system to enhance security on campus. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, providing resources and support through various initiatives, including information on free school meals and parenting advice. For more details, parents can visit the school’s website.
Useful links
- Governance Structure & Membership (governance)
- Governance (governance)
- Governors Annual Reports to Parents (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Parents Code of Conduct (download)
- Uniform Policy (download)
- AGM Minutes (download)
- Register of Interests (download)
- CCTV Policy (download)
- School Meal Information (download)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Blackburn with Darwen
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- WENSLEY FOLD CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 486
- Pupils
- 473
- Boys
- 239
- Girls
- 234
- FSM %
- 10.60
- Open date
- 2013-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 473 | 239 | 234 | 486 | 10.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 454 | 240 | 214 | 486 | 8.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 420 | 212 | 208 | 420 | 10.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 420 | 212 | 208 | 420 | 10.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 421 | 207 | 214 | 420 | 10.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 419 | 213 | 206 | 420 | 7.20 |
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