PrimaryData as of May 2026

Cedars Primary School

St. James's Road, Blackburn, BB1 8HQ

Community school

Pupils

416

Ages

3-11

FSM

16.5%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2019

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

83.0%

Writing

74.0%

Maths

93.0%

RWM Combined

70.0%

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About Cedars Primary School

Cedars Primary School is a primary school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 70% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 416 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: St. James's Road, Blackburn, BB1 8HQ | More schools in Blackburn with Darwen

Ofsted inspection history

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

Feb 2025 — Standards maintained
Nov 2019 — Good
Nov 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Cedars Primary School

What is Cedars Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Cedars Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.

What are Cedars Primary School's latest exam results?

Cedars Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 70% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Cedars Primary School located?

Cedars Primary School is a primary school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen (BB1 8HQ).

How many pupils attend Cedars Primary School?

Cedars Primary School has around 416 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Cedars Primary School with other schools?

View Cedars Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Blackburn with Darwen.