Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School

URN: 144474 • Burnley BB12 9JP

Overview

Name
Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School
URN
144474
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
60.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Pauline Nightingale (since 2025)
Telephone
01282612191
Website
Visit
Address
Spenbrook Road, Burnley BB12 9JP

Summary

Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a small, mixed academy located in Burnley, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 55 pupils and a capacity of 56. The school operates within a rural setting, providing a supportive and caring environment for its students. It emphasizes the importance of community involvement, encouraging parents to actively participate in their children's education.

The school follows a curriculum designed to foster both academic and personal growth, with a focus on "Learning through Faith." St Mary's is committed to continuous improvement, as evidenced by its recent achievements, including the School Games Silver Award and positive outcomes in OFSTED and SIAMS inspections. The school provides separate teaching for Key Stages 1 and 2, ensuring tailored educational experiences for all pupils.

Situated near St. Mary’s Church, the school benefits from its scenic surroundings, which are often frequented by walkers on the Pendle Way. The school features secure outdoor play areas and modern classroom facilities, enhancing the learning experience for its students.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
CIDARI EDUCATION LIMITED
Capacity
56
Pupils
55
Boys
27
Girls
28
FSM %
16.40
Open date
2017-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 55 27 28 56 16.40
2024-09-11 55 29 26 56 14.50
2023-09-11 52 30 22 56 11.50
2022-09-11 52 30 22 56 11.50
2021-09-11 46 22 24 56 10.90
2020-09-11 45 21 24 56 6.70

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