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Where is Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy located?

Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy is located in Blackburn, Lancashire, North West, BB2 6LX.

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Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy

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In terms of academic performance, Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy has 70% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 234 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 22.2%, 11% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 3.9%.

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OfstedOutstanding · 2023KS2 expected70%Attendance96.1%

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Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Church of England
Size: 234 pupils
SEN support: 14% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 70% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 32/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality66/100

Transport access46/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy

At Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

77% met the expected standard in reading and 90% in maths.

Attendance at Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy

Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy has an overall absence rate of 3.9%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy is 22.2%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy

Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy has 234 pupils on roll.

11% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

14% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted following an inspection in September 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy is next inspection expected around 2027.

An "Outstanding" rating means Ofsted found the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership to all be of the highest standard — the top grade Ofsted awarded under the graded system.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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