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Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School

Dark Lane, Newchurch, Rossendale, BB4 7UA

Voluntary controlled school · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Apr 2015

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20% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School, Rossendale

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

35.0%

Writing

30.0%

Maths

35.0%

RWM Combined

20.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Staghills Nursery School

0.25 km away · Local authority nursery school

Outstanding

St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Newchurch

0.43 km away · Voluntary aided school

Outstanding

Waterfoot Primary School

0.9 km away · Community school

Good

St Anne's Church of England Primary School

1.02 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School

2.16 km away · Community school

Requires improvement

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About Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School

Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Rossendale, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2015 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 16 responses), 94% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 20% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 116 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Dark Lane, Rossendale, BB4 7UA | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

May 2021 — School remains Good
May 2021 — School remains Good
Apr 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School

What is Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2015 inspection.

What do parents say about Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 16 responses): 94% of parents would recommend Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School.

What are Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School's latest exam results?

Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 20% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School located?

Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Rossendale, Lancashire (BB4 7UA).

How many pupils attend Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School?

Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School has around 116 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School with other schools?

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