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Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School

Linden Lea, Rawtenstall, Rossendale, BB4 6DX

A Requires improvement-rated primary school in Rossendale where 32% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Community school

Pupils

120

Ages

4-11

FSM

45.0%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Nov 2021

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

60.0%

Writing

52.0%

Maths

40.0%

RWM Combined

32.0%

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About Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School

Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School is a primary school in Rossendale, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2021 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 16 responses), 50% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 32% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 120 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Linden Lea, Rossendale, BB4 6DX | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Nov 2023 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
Nov 2021 — Requires improvement
Jan 2012 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School

What is Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.

What do parents say about Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 16 responses): 50% of parents would recommend Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School.

What are Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School's latest exam results?

Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 32% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School located?

Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School is a primary school in Rossendale, Lancashire (BB4 6DX).

How many pupils attend Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School?

Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School has around 120 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School with other schools?

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