A not judged voluntary aided school school in Blackburn with Darwen. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St James' Church of England Primary School.
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Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 102.0 | 108.0 |
| 2023 | 104.0 | 105.0 |
Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends.
Interactive performance metrics over time
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 104.0 | 105.0 |
| 2024 | 102.0 | 108.0 |
Overall Trend:
Improving trend (+0.5 per year)
Derived insights and analysis
Improving trend (+0.5 per year)
Up 0.5% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
St James’ Church of England Primary School is a cherished member of the Church of England family within the Diocese of Blackburn. The school is guided by Christian ethos, with worship and a Christian education; RE is Questful rooted in Christian values and including other world faiths; governance includes Foundation Governors; the school invites dialogue with other faiths and celebrates diverse beliefs.
A warm welcome from Headteacher Miss Tindall, who describes St James’ as a Church of England Primary School focused on flourishing the whole child—spiritually, socially, physically and academically—with foundation scriptures Jeremiah 29:11 and John 10:10, and values including Love, Forgiveness, Truth, Compassion, Justice and Thankfulness.
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