# St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn — Blackburn, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.5/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Principal:** Mr D Stitcher

## Contact

- **Address:** Earl Street, Blackburn
- **Phone:** 01254 698335
- **Website:** https://www.stjamesceprimaryblackburn.co.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/blackburn/st-james-church-of-england-primary-school-blackburn-8075

## About

St James' Church of England Primary School is a community where every child knows they are valued, capable and precious. We strive to be exceptional in all we do, nurturing a love of all God's children and seeking to build respect for all faiths and beliefs.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Outstanding — Apr 2013
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Apr 2013

## Recent parent reviews

- **4/5** — Some improvements needed in communication: We've had a mixed experience at St James'. The teachers are generally good, but we've found the communication from the school to be inconsistent. We've had to chase up information about school events and policies. *(Nov 2022)*
- **5/5** — A warm and loving community: We've been impressed with the Christian values St James' instills in its students. The teachers are supportive and encouraging, and our child has blossomed in this nurturing environment. *(Sep 2022)*
- **4/5** — A great school with a strong sense of community: St James' is a great school with a strong sense of community. The teachers are enthusiastic, and the school's values of kindness and respect are evident in everything they do. Our child feels happy and supported. *(Mar 2022)*
- **5/5** — Excellent education and facilities: Our child attended St James' from Reception to Year 6 and was well-prepared for secondary school. The school's facilities are excellent, and we appreciated the attention to pastoral care. *(Jun 2021)*

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