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St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School

St Albans Road, Darwen, BB3 0HY

Voluntary aided school · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

May 2024

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Academic picture

38% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

55.0%

Writing

48.0%

Maths

69.0%

RWM Combined

38.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

0.55 km away · Academy converter

Good

Avondale Primary School

0.56 km away · Community school

Good

Darwen St James CofE Primary Academy

1.52 km away · Academy converter

Inadequate

Holy Trinity VC School

1.6 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

Lower Darwen Primary School

1.71 km away · Community school

Good

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About St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School

St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 38% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 195 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: St Albans Road, Darwen, BB3 0HY | More schools in Blackburn with Darwen

Ofsted inspection history

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

May 2024 — Requires improvement
Apr 2017 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School

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

St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

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

St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 38% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School located?

St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen (BB3 0HY).

How many pupils attend St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School?

St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School has around 195 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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