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Griffin Park Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Griffin Park Primary School is a community primary school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 234 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

234

Pupils

210

Capacity

111%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Griffin Park Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Griffin Park Primary School is set by Blackburn with Darwen and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 234 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Blackburn with Darwen before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Griffin Park Primary School — School Information

Full address
Cavendish Place, Blackburn, BB2 2PN
Local authority
Blackburn with Darwen
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
25.2% of pupils
DfE URN
119116

Other Primary Schools in Blackburn

If Griffin Park Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Blackburn are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Griffin Park Primary School

Is Griffin Park Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Griffin Park Primary School currently has 234 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Griffin Park Primary School?

Admission to Griffin Park Primary School is managed by Blackburn with Darwen. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Griffin Park Primary School cover?

Griffin Park Primary School is a primary school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Griffin Park Primary School?

Griffin Park Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.