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Bacup Thorn Primary School

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Bacup Thorn Primary School

Cowtoot Lane, Bacup, OL13 8EF

Community school
Pupils
274
Ages
4-11
FSM
36.9%
Capacity
276
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2023

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
76.0%
Writing
74.0%
Maths
85.0%
RWM Combined
61.0%

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About Bacup Thorn Primary School

Bacup Thorn Primary School is a primary school in Bacup, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 61% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 274 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Cowtoot Lane, Bacup, OL13 8EF | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Bacup Thorn Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2023 — Good
  2. Jun 2008 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Bacup Thorn Primary School

What is Bacup Thorn Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Bacup Thorn Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Bacup Thorn Primary School's latest exam results?
Bacup Thorn Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 61% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Bacup Thorn Primary School located?
Bacup Thorn Primary School is a primary school in Bacup, Lancashire (OL13 8EF).
How many pupils attend Bacup Thorn Primary School?
Bacup Thorn Primary School has around 274 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Bacup Thorn Primary School with other schools?
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