What is the Ofsted rating of St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn?

St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn received a Ofsted rating of Good at its most recent inspection.

How many pupils attend St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn?

St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn has 395 pupils on roll.

What ages does St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn take?

St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn admits pupils aged 2 to 11.

How do I apply to St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn?

St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn is a state school. Applications are made through your Local Authority (Blackburn with Darwen) using the Common Application Form. The national deadline is 31 October for secondary and 15 January for primary admissions.

Does St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn have a religious character?

Yes — St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

What is the largest ethnic background at St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 47.6% of pupils at St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn are recorded as Pakistani. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.