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Cedars Primary School

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

A Good-rated primary school in Blackburn where 70% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Community school
Pupils
416
Ages
3-11
FSM
16.5%
Capacity
420
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2019

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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). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 30 responses), 100% of parents would recommend this school. 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.

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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.

  1. Feb 2025 — Standards maintained
  2. Nov 2019 — Good
  3. Nov 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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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 do parents say about Cedars Primary School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 30 responses): 100% of parents would recommend Cedars Primary School.
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.