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St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy

Norfolk Street, Mill Hill, Blackburn, BB2 4EW

Academy sponsor led · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2025

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23% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy, Blackburn

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

38.0%

Writing

50.0%

Maths

50.0%

RWM Combined

23.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn

0.48 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery

0.57 km away · Community school

Good

Griffin Park Primary School

0.71 km away · Community school

Good

Meadowhead Junior School

0.72 km away · Community school

Good

St Luke and St Philips Church of England Primary School

0.74 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

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About St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy

St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy is a primary school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 15 responses), 80% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 23% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 186 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Norfolk Street, Blackburn, BB2 4EW | More schools in Blackburn with Darwen

Ofsted inspection history

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

Feb 2025 — Good
Jan 2020 — Good
Sept 2017 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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What is St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy's Ofsted rating?

St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 15 responses): 80% of parents would recommend St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy.

What are St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy's latest exam results?

St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy: KS2 2024/25: 23% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy located?

St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy is a primary school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen (BB2 4EW).

How many pupils attend St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy?

St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy has around 186 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy with other schools?

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