Marsden Community Primary School
Percy Street, Nelson, BB9 0BEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Marsden Community Primary School is a primary school in Nelson for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 692 schools in Lancashire. It ranks 8th of 16 primary schools in Nelson. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 3 October 2013, report published 24 October 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 13 March 2023
Pupils arrive at school happy and eager to learn each day. They understand fully the importance of trying their best. Pupils are keen to get things right and learn even more. From the early years, staff quickly build strong relationships with pupils, parents and carers. Leaders have high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils do their utmost to live up to these expectations and work hard in their lessons. Pupils behave well during lessons and at social times. Pupils said that bullying is rare and when it has happened in the past, that staff have sorted any problems out quickly. Leaders' systems ensure that any issues are dealt with sensitively and effectively. This helps pupils to feel safe in school. Pupils are aware of the benefits of a diverse culture. For example, they were adamant that they would welcome and respect everyone in their school. They learn about different religions and talk confidently about the differences between the beliefs of people. Pupils take quiet pride in their work on community projects, including local litter picks and volunteering at the food bank.
What the school should improve
- Some pupils do not attend school as regularly as they should. This has a negative impact on their progress through the curriculum. Leaders should continue to improve these pupils' attendance and build successfully on the work they have already undertaken in this area.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
60 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
415 pupils on roll, with places for 420
Schools near Marsden Community Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy | 0.2 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 18% met the expected standard |
| Nelson St Paul's Church of England Primary School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 58% met the expected standard |
| Whitefield Infant School and Nursery | 0.4 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | Not published |
| Nelson St Philip's Church of England Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 58% met the expected standard |
| Lomeshaye Junior School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 80% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Nicole Delamere
- Phone
- 01282612769
- Address
- Percy Street, Nelson, BB9 0BE
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- URN
- 119176
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.