St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy

URN: 141350 • Blackburn BB2 4EW

Overview

Name
St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy
URN
141350
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
CIDARI EDUCATION LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
43.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kelly Harrison (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
0125453148
Website
Visit
Address
Norfolk Street, Blackburn BB2 4EW

Summary

St Aidan's Primary School, located in Blackburn, is a Church of England Academy that caters to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 11. With a current enrolment of 186 students and a capacity of 210, the school has a strong commitment to inclusivity, with over 60% of its pupils eligible for free school meals. As part of the Cidari – Blackburn Diocese Multi Academy Trust, St Aidan's focuses on fostering a caring and supportive environment that prioritises the emotional and academic development of each child.

The school’s curriculum is designed to be rich and varied, promoting critical thinking and digital skills through innovative teaching methods, including the use of Google for Education and individual Chromebooks for Key Stage 2 pupils. St Aidan's aims to equip students with essential life skills and prepare them to be responsible global citizens, encouraging independent thought and effective communication.

Community engagement is an integral part of St Aidan's ethos, with regular newsletters and social media updates keeping parents informed about school activities. The school is dedicated to nurturing a family-oriented culture, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Blackburn with Darwen
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CIDARI EDUCATION LIMITED
Capacity
210
Pupils
186
Boys
84
Girls
102
FSM %
60.20
Open date
2015-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 186 84 102 210 60.20
2024-09-11 201 96 105 210 61.20
2023-09-11 199 96 103 210 63.30
2022-09-11 199 96 103 210 63.30
2021-09-11 188 89 99 210 60.10
2020-09-11 185 87 98 210 51.40

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