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St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 421 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

421

Pupils

420

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is managed by Blackburn with Darwen and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 421 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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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St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School — School Information

Full address
Oakenhurst Road, Blackburn, BB2 1SN
Local authority
Blackburn with Darwen
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
30.6% of pupils
DfE URN
119499

Other Primary Schools in Blackburn

If St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Blackburn are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Is St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School currently has 421 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Blackburn with Darwen before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School cover?

St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a primary school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.