A good community school school in Blackburn with Darwen. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Meadowhead Junior School.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Official inspection outcomes
Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 100.0 | 102.0 |
| 2023 | 102.0 | 105.0 |
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Derived insights and analysis
Declining trend (-2.5 per year)
Down -2.5% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"High Aspirations; Bright Futures"
Executive Headteacher Christopher Dugdale states that Meadowhead Junior School has made significant progress, enhanced the curriculum, and aims to ensure every child reaches their potential in a safe, valued environment.
The SEND section lists a local offer link and a range of external SEND resources (ADHD North West, ADHD Lancashire, British Dyslexia Association, IPSEA, National Deaf Children's Society, RNIB, Special Needs Jungle, PP SENDIASS, The National Autistic Society, NSPCC/Childline). It also provides policy documents such as SEND Policy 2024-25 and safeguarding-related policies (Safeguarding Policy Sep 2025, Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, etc.).
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