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St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Blackburn Road, Darwen, BB3 0AA

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Ofsted

Good

Jun 2016

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70% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, Darwen

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

77.0%

Writing

77.0%

Maths

70.0%

RWM Combined

70.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School

0.55 km away · Voluntary aided school

Requires improvement

Avondale Primary School

1.02 km away · Community school

Good

Lower Darwen Primary School

1.21 km away · Community school

Good

Blackburn the Redeemer CofE Primary

1.58 km away · Voluntary aided school

Outstanding

Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

1.67 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

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About St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2016 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 70% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 201 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Blackburn Road, Darwen, BB3 0AA | More schools in Blackburn with Darwen

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

There is no graded full inspection on the current URN yet; older predecessor records are shown below.

Jan 2020 — School remains Good (predecessor: St Edward's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn)
Jun 2016 — Good (predecessor: St Edward's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

What is St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy's Ofsted rating?

St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2016 inspection.

What are St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy's latest exam results?

St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 70% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy located?

St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen (BB3 0AA).

How many pupils attend St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy?

St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy has around 201 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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