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Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy

Trent Road, Nelson, BB9 0NX

Academy sponsor led · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

May 2018

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40% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy, Nelson

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

60.0%

Writing

53.0%

Maths

50.0%

RWM Combined

40.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Walton Lane Nursery School

0.73 km away · Local authority nursery school

Outstanding

Castercliff Primary School

0.74 km away · Academy sponsor led

Good

Walverden Primary School

0.83 km away · Community school

Good

Nelson St Philip's Church of England Primary School

1.32 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

McMillan Nursery School

1.37 km away · Local authority nursery school

Good

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About Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy

Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy is a primary school in Nelson, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2018 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 205 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Trent Road, Nelson, BB9 0NX | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jan 2024 — School remains Good
May 2018 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy

What is Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy's Ofsted rating?

Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2018 inspection.

What are Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy's latest exam results?

Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy located?

Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy is a primary school in Nelson, Lancashire (BB9 0NX).

How many pupils attend Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy?

Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy has around 205 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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