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St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School

Briercliffe Road, Burnley, BB10 2NH

Voluntary aided school · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Apr 2016

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Academic picture

50% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School, Burnley

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

65.0%

Writing

68.0%

Maths

60.0%

RWM Combined

50.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

0.69 km away · Academy converter

Good

Casterton Primary Academy

0.75 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Basnett Street Nursery School

1.06 km away · Local authority nursery school

Outstanding

Reedley Primary School

1.19 km away · Community school

Good

Briercliffe Primary School

1.22 km away · Community school

Requires improvement

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About St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School

St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Burnley, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 50% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 280 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Briercliffe Road, Burnley, BB10 2NH | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Dec 2021 — School remains Good
Apr 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School

What is St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School's Ofsted rating?

St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.

What are St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School's latest exam results?

St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 50% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School located?

St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Burnley, Lancashire (BB10 2NH).

How many pupils attend St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School?

St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School has around 280 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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