How many pupils attend Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School?

Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School has 86 pupils on roll.

How do I apply to Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School?

Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School 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 Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School have a religious character?

Yes — Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School 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 Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School?

On offer day for 2023-24 (Reception), the furthest place offered at Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School was 0.566 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 Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 95.3% of pupils at Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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was the furthest place offered on offer day for 2023-24 (Reception). That is how far the last place reached in ONE year — not a boundary, and not a guarantee. It moves with the number of applicants, so treat it as a guide rather than a line on a map.

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Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School: key facts

What did School Atlas judge Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School's summary of 6 ofsted judgements to be?: School Atlas judged Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School's summary of 6 ofsted judgements as Needs attention at its inspection in April 2026, on School Atlas's own scale.
How many pupils attend Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School?: Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School has 86 pupils on roll.
What ages does Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School take?: Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.
Where is Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School located?: Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School is located in Swadlincote, DE11 8AB, Leicestershire.
How do I apply to Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School?: Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School 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 Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School have a religious character?: Yes — Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School 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 Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School?: On offer day for 2023-24 (Reception), the furthest place offered at Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School was 0.566 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 Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 95.3% of pupils at Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School: key facts

What did School Atlas judge Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School's summary of 6 ofsted judgements to be?: School Atlas judged Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School's summary of 6 ofsted judgements as Needs attention at its inspection in April 2026, on School Atlas's own scale.
How many pupils attend Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School?: Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School has 86 pupils on roll.
What ages does Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School take?: Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School admits pupils aged 4 to 11.
Where is Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School located?: Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School is located in Swadlincote, DE11 8AB, Leicestershire.
How do I apply to Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School?: Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School 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 Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School have a religious character?: Yes — Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School 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 Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School?: On offer day for 2023-24 (Reception), the furthest place offered at Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School was 0.566 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 Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School?: According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 95.3% of pupils at Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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