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Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School

Off Main Street, Blackfordby, Swadlincote, DE11 8AB

Academy sponsor led · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Jan 2022

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40% 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

73.0%

Writing

60.0%

Maths

40.0%

RWM Combined

40.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Moira Primary School

1.35 km away · Community school

Good

Three Trees Infant Academy

1.54 km away · Academy sponsor led

Inadequate

Three Trees CofE Junior Academy

1.54 km away · Academy sponsor led

Inadequate

Ashby Hastings Primary School

2.13 km away · Free schools

Good

Ashby Hill Top Primary School

2.53 km away · Academy converter

Outstanding

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About Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School

Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Swadlincote, Leicestershire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 40% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 100 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Off Main Street, Swadlincote, DE11 8AB | More schools in Leicestershire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jan 2022 — Good
Nov 2015 — Requires improvement (predecessor: Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England (Aided) Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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

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

Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

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

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

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

Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Swadlincote, Leicestershire (DE11 8AB).

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

Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School has around 100 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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