Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Spenbrook Road, Newchurch-in-Pendle, Burnley, BB12 9JPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Burnley for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 692 schools in Lancashire. It ranks 7th of 33 primary schools in Burnley. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2020.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 14 January 2020, report published 9 February 2020
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 24 June 2025
Pupils, parents and staff describe this school affectionately as 'a big family'. Pupils appreciate the safe, calm and nurturing environment that this picturesque village school provides. Strong, supportive relationships with staff help pupils to feel happy and safe. The school is ambitious in its expectations for what pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), can achieve. Pupils fulfil these expectations. They approach lessons with enthusiasm and confidently recall their prior learning. From the beginning of the early years to Year 6, there is a friendly and purposeful atmosphere that enables pupils to focus completely on their learning. Their exemplary behaviour is underpinned by the positive relationships that pervade the school. Pupils get along well with each other and are courteous to adults. They are respectful of each other's needs and show empathy and tolerance. Pupils are given meaningful opportunities to develop leadership skills through roles such as prefects, reading buddies and librarians. They undertake these roles with pride. Events such as a recent aspirations day help to further inspire pupils. By introducing them to a wide range of diverse professions and career possibilities, pupils develop broad horizons and high aspirations for themselves.
What the school should improve
- In a few subjects, the assessment strategies that the school uses do not consistently identify and address misconceptions. When misunderstandings are not corrected, pupils develop insecure knowledge, making it harder to build on what they already know. The school should ensure that pupils' misconceptions are addressed effectively across all subjects and year groups.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
6 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
53 pupils on roll, with places for 56
Schools near Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roughlee Church of England Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 100% met the expected standard |
| Wheatley Lane Methodist Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 72% met the expected standard |
| Barrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 88% met the expected standard |
| Higham St John's Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Report card: Urgent improvement to expected standard | 53% met the expected standard |
| Lomeshaye Junior School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 80% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- CIDARI EDUCATION LIMITED
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Pauline Nightingale
- Phone
- 01282612191
- Address
- Spenbrook Road, Newchurch-in-Pendle, Burnley, BB12 9JP
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- URN
- 144474
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.