# The Olive School, Blackburn — Blackburn, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Founded:** 2013
- **Principal:** Smeena Riaz

## Contact

- **Address:** Brockhall Village, Blackburn, BB2 5QR
- **Phone:** 01254 292 222
- **Website:** https://www.oliveblackburn.com
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/blackburn/the-olive-school-blackburn-14883

## About

The Olive School, Blackburn, aims to deliver an outstanding quality of primary provision. By promoting our STAR values of Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect, we strive to create an enriching environment where our pupils are safe, happy and well, and where every child is supported and encouraged to shine.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Outstanding — Jun 2015
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Outstanding — Jun 2015

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — A wonderful school for our daughter to grow: We've been absolutely delighted with The Olive School, Blackburn. The values of Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect are truly embedded in the school and we can see it in our daughter's confidence and kindness towards others. We love the facilities and the way the staff engage with the children. *(Feb 2022)*
- **4/5** — Room for improvement, but great potential: We've had a mixed experience with The Olive School, Blackburn. On one hand, the facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the staff are friendly and approachable. However, we've noticed that some classes can be quite large and the school could benefit from additional resources for children with special needs. *(Dec 2021)*
- **5/5** — A shining star in Blackburn: I have nothing but praise for The Olive School, Blackburn. During my children's time at the school, I witnessed them grow into compassionate and confident individuals, thanks to the school's nurturing environment and the dedication of the teachers. The emphasis on Muslim values and British society is truly commendable. *(Sep 2021)*

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