Burnley Ightenhill Primary School
Alder Street, Burnley, BB12 6EDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Burnley Ightenhill Primary School is a primary school in Burnley for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 692 schools in Lancashire. It ranks 25th of 33 primary schools in Burnley. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in December 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 3 December 2013, report published 24 December 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 23 May 2023
Pupils, including children in the early years, feel happy and safe in school. Staff greet pupils warmly, and this helps them to settle quickly and get on sensibly with their work. Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school and how well staff provide support for them and their children. Leaders have high expectations for pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Leaders have designed an aspirational curriculum for pupils. Pupils work hard and they achieve well across subjects. Leaders expect pupils to conduct themselves admirably. Pupils behave well during lessons and at playtimes. Leaders deal with any incidents of bullying or fallings out quickly and effectively. Pupils are clear that everyone is welcome at their school. They have a well- developed understanding of discrimination, and they are well equipped to challenge any intolerant behaviour. Pupils enjoy the broad range of activities open to them. These include dance, sewing, mathematics games and construction. They are keen to represent the school in sporting competitions, and they talked enthusiastically about learning to play lacrosse. Leaders have designed a range of ways for pupils to take on positions of responsibility. These include older pupils leading playtime games and pupils of all ages helping at the community grocery shop.
What the school should improve
- Some pupils do not attend school as regularly as they should. This has a negative impact on how well they progress through the curriculum. Leaders should continue to improve pupils' rates of attendance and build on the work they have already undertaken in this area.
- Leaders do not ensure that some pupils have an age-appropriate understanding of different religions. This prevents pupils from having sufficient knowledge about the diversity of modern Britain. Leaders should ensure that pupils develop a secure understanding of different faiths and religions.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
54 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
349 pupils on roll, with places for 390
Schools near Burnley Ightenhill Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whittlefield Primary School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| St Augustine of Canterbury RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 53% met the expected standard |
| St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 69% met the expected standard |
| Wellfield Methodist and Anglican Church School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
| Rosegrove Infant School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Sean Crosier
- Phone
- 01282428246
- Address
- Alder Street, Burnley, BB12 6ED
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- URN
- 119264
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.