Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy

Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy: key facts

What did Ofsted judge Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy's overall effectiveness to be?

Ofsted judged Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy's overall effectiveness as Outstanding at its inspection in September 2023, on Ofsted's own scale.

How many pupils attend Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy?

Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy has 463 pupils on roll.

What ages does Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy take?

Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy admits pupils aged 3 to 11.

Where is Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy located?

Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy is located in Blackburn, BB2 6LX, Blackburn with Darwen.

How do I apply to Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy?

Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for primary places is 15 January.

Does Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy have a religious character?

Yes — Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

How close do you need to live to get into Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy?

On offer day for 2026-27 (Reception), the furthest place offered at Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy was 0.172 miles from the school. That is the distance the last place reached in one year, not a boundary and not a guarantee — it moves with the number of applicants.

What is the largest ethnic background at Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 67.8% of pupils at Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy are recorded as Pakistani. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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