Burnley St Stephen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary
PUPILS
206
AGES
4 - 11
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Voluntary aided school
SCHOOL GUIDE RATING
unlock
UNLOCK

Can I Get My Child Into This School?

Enter a postcode to see where you live on the map
heatmap example
Sample Map Only
Very Likely
Likely
Less Likely

This pupil heat map shows where pupils currently attending the school live.
The concentration of pupils shows likelihood of admission based on distance criteria

Source: All attending pupils National School Census Data, ONS
0300 123 6707

This School Guide heat map has been plotted using official pupil data taken from the last School Census collected by the Department for Education. It is a visualisation of where pupils lived at the time of the annual School Census.

Our heat maps use groups of postcodes, not individual postcodes, and have naturally soft edges. All pupils are included in the mapping (i.e. children with siblings already at the school, high priority pupils and selective and/or religious admissions) but we may have removed statistical ‘outliers’ with more remote postcodes that do not reflect majority admissions.

For some schools, the heat map may be a useful indicator of the catchment area but our heat maps are not the same as catchment area maps. Catchment area maps, published by the school or local authority, are based on geographical admissions criteria and show actual cut-off distances and pre-defined catchment areas for a single admission year.

This information is provided as a guide only. The criteria in which schools use to allocate places in the event that they are oversubscribed can and do vary between schools and over time. These criteria can include distance from the school and sometimes specific catchment areas but can also include, amongst others, priority for siblings, children of a particular faith or specific feeder schools. Living in an area where children have previously attended a school does not guarantee admission to the school in future years. Always check with the school’s own admission authority for the current admission arrangements.

3 steps to help parents gather catchment information for a school:

  1. Look at our school catchment area guide for more information on heat maps. They give a useful indicator of the general areas that admit pupils to the school. This visualisation is based on all attending pupils present at the time of the annual School Census.
  2. Use the link to the Local Authority Contact (above) to find catchment area information based on a single admission year. This is very important if you are considering applying to a school.
  3. On each school page, use the link to visit the school website and find information on individual school admissions criteria. Geographical criteria are only applied after pupils have been admitted on higher priority criteria such as Looked After Children, SEN, siblings, etc.

How Does The School Perform?

Good
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(12/01/2022)
Full Report - All Reports
42%
NATIONAL AVG. 60%
% pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics



Unlock The Rest Of The Data Now
We've Helped 20 Million Parents
  • See All Official School Data
  • View Catchment Area Maps
  • Access 2024 League Tables
  • Read Real Parent Reviews
  • Unlock 2024 Star Ratings
  • Easily Choose Your #1 School
£19.95
Per month

Progress Compared With All Other Schools

UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Average (About 67% of schools in England) Above Average (About 6% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 9% of schools in England) UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 10% of schools in England) Below Average (About 9% of schools in England) Average (About 67% of schools in England) Above Average (About 6% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 8% of schools in England) UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 10% of schools in England) Below Average (About 11% of schools in England) Average (About 59% of schools in England) Above Average (About 11% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 9% of schools in England)
Woodgrove Road
Burnley
BB11 3EJ
01282427848

School Description

All pupils receive a warm welcome at St Stephen’s Primary School. Staff respect the individuality of each pupil. Most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), live up to the high expectations that leaders have of them. Pupils achieve well. The inspector observed pupils with happy, smiling faces, learning and enjoying school. Pupils relish the time they spend outdoors, playing happily with their friends in the large and wellresourced outdoor play area. Pupils said that they feel safe. They are happy to talk with staff about any worries or concerns that they may have. Pupils care about each other. Most pupils behave well so that they can all get on with their work sensibly. Leaders deal with any instances of bullying effectively. Pupils access a wide range of varied and interesting opportunities beyond the academic curriculum. They help to make decisions within the school through their roles as school councillors and eco-warriors. Year 6 pupils particularly enjoy being buddies to the younger children in the Reception class. High-quality displays in school corridors bring the curriculum to life. Most parents and carers would recommend the school to others. They typically commented: ‘St Stephen’s is a fantastic school, it’s like a family. Staff are professional, approachable and helpful.’ What does the school do well and what does it need to do better? Leaders, governors and staff are united in their desire to provide the best possible education for all pupils, including pupils with SEND. Leaders have thought carefully about what they want pupils to learn. They have designed a curriculum that is ambitious and enjoyable, and meets the needs of pupils who attend the school. Many subjects are logically planned and sequenced. However, at times, in some subjects, leaders do not clearly identify the key pieces of knowledge that pupils must know and remember. In some subjects, leaders monitor their curriculum areas of responsibility effectively. They regularly visit lessons and make detailed checks of the curriculums and pupils’ work. This gives subject leaders a secure overview of how well the intended curriculum is being delivered in practice. The monitoring of some other subjects is not as well developed. This is because some aspects of the monitoring of these subjects were paused due to the restrictions of the pandemic. Pupils said that ‘being able to read gives wings to our imagination’. Children in the Reception class are introduced to the joys of singing songs, reciting rhymes and reading books as soon as they start at school. Story sessions in early years are a magical experience for children. Well-trained staff deliver the school’s phonics programme effectively. The books that pupils read are closely matched to the sounds that they know. This helps pupils to become confident and fluent readers. Staff use assessment information effectively to pinpoint the support that pupils who are struggling to read need. Pupils benefit from the extra support that they receive. Older pupils talk confidently about their favourite authors and the different types of books they like to read. Pupils make good use of the well-stocked library, which is the focal point at the entrance to the school. Teachers explain new subject knowledge clearly. Staff act quickly to correct misunderstandings. For example, when pupils mispronounce sounds in phonics lessons, staff gently and sensitively correct them. In a mathematics lesson, the teacher stopped the lesson to explain to pupils how to use a thermometer correctly. Most pupils listen well in class and are keen to learn. Pupils are proud of their achievements, and some can talk about things they have previously learned. In key stage 1, pupils talked confidently about a recent local historical study of Burnley Football Club. Older pupils explained that earlier learning in how to add, subtract, multiply and divide is now helping them to solve more complex mathematical problems. Leaders quickly identify pupils with SEND through well-established routines. With support and additional resources, these pupils access the same curriculum as their friends in class. Pupils with SEND are fully involved in all aspects of school life. If needed, the school buys in support from outside agencies to ensure that these pupils receive the support that they need. Pupils access a wide range of opportunities to broaden their awareness of the world around them through a varied range of trips and clubs. They raise money for different Inspection report: Burnley St Stephen’s Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School 12 and 13 January 2022 2 charities. Pupils develop global links by supporting children in Sierra Leone to access an education. They gain an appreciation of our diverse world by learning about different faiths and cultures. Leaders are considerate of pupils’ physical and mental health. Governors know the school well and are proud of its achievements. They are supportive of the headteacher and offer support and challenge in equal measure. Members are not afraid to ask probing questions, especially around the quality of education.

Burnley St Stephen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Parent Reviews



unlock % Parents Recommend This School
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>61, "agree"=>33, "disagree"=>6, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>67, "agree"=>33, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>44, "agree"=>39, "disagree"=>11, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022
My Child Has Not Been Bullied Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"my_child_has_not_been_bullied"=>61, "strongly_agree"=>6, "agree"=>11, "disagree"=>11, "strongly_disagree"=>6, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>56, "agree"=>39, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>6, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022
I Have Not Raised Any Concerns Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"i_have_not_raised_any_concerns"=>28, "strongly_agree"=>28, "agree"=>28, "disagree"=>6, "strongly_disagree"=>11, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>50, "agree"=>0, "disagree"=>50, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 10 responses up to 03-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>39, "agree"=>33, "disagree"=>11, "strongly_disagree"=>6, "dont_know"=>11} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>61, "agree"=>33, "disagree"=>6, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>44, "agree"=>22, "disagree"=>22, "strongly_disagree"=>11, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>50, "agree"=>33, "disagree"=>6, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>11} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>61, "agree"=>28, "disagree"=>11, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>50, "agree"=>33, "disagree"=>11, "strongly_disagree"=>6, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022
Yes No {"yes"=>83, "no"=>17} UNLOCK Figures based on 18 responses up to 03-05-2022

Responses taken from Ofsted Parent View

Your rating:
Review guidelines
  • Do explain who you are and your relationship to the school e.g. ‘I am a parent…’
  • Do back up your opinion with examples or clear reasons but, remember, it’s your opinion not fact.
  • Don’t use bad or aggressive language.
  • Don't go in to detail about specific staff or pupils. Individual complaints should be directed to the school.
  • Do go to the relevant authority is you have concerns about a serious issue such as bullying, drug abuse or bad management.
Read the full review guidelines and where to find help if you have serious concerns about a school.
We respect your privacy and never share your email address with the reviewed school or any third parties. Please see our T&Cs and Privacy Policy for details of how we treat registered emails with TLC.


News, Photos and Open Days from Burnley St Stephen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

We are waiting for this school to upload information. Represent this school?
Register your details to add open days, photos and news.

Do you represent
Burnley St Stephen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

Register to add photos, news and download your Certificate of Excellence 2023/24

*Official school administrator email addresses

(eg [email protected]). Details will be verified.

Questions? Email [email protected]

We're here to help your school to add information for parents.

Thank you for registering your details

A member of the School Guide team will verify your details within 2 working days and provide further detailed instructions for setting up your School Noticeboard.

For any questions please email [email protected]