State School
#3 in Best Primary Schools in Blackburn with Darwen
Cedars Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Cedars Primary School
Work here? Update your school profile
Cedars Primary School
- Primary
- Blackburn with Darwen BB1 8HQ
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Foundational Skills: Leaders and teachers see reading as the key to learning. They have made reading a priority.
Success of the Curriculum: The school鈥檚 broad, rich curriculum sets out the order in which pupils should develop their learning in each subject area.
Areas Needing Improvement: Governors do not ask enough questions about other areas of pupils鈥� learning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils learn well in mathematics. The proportion of pupils who met the required standard in the Year 1 phonics screening check was above national average.
Support for Falling Behind: Teachers take speedy action if they see anyone falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in class and show respect for their teachers. They listen carefully in lessons.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND also learn well. This is because teaching builds effectively on what these pupils already know.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: They do not see bullying as a problem. They are confident that if bullying was to occur, their teachers would deal with it quickly and effectively.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders have made safeguarding a priority. Staff are knowledgeable about the full range of safeguarding issues.
Parent Feedback: Parents told us that the school keeps them well informed about pupils鈥� progress.
Parental Involvement: Adults listen carefully to what parents tell them about their children. This helps staff to plan experiences that capture children鈥檚 interests.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy representing their school in sports competitions and singing in the choir. They also enjoy taking part in debates.
Outdoor Facilities: Classrooms and the outdoor area are exciting places to be in the early years.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders have inspired staff to share their high aspirations for pupils.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers assess pupils鈥� progress in a range of ways. This helps them to check that pupils are keeping up.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers plan work that is demanding but builds securely on what pupils already know.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Governors ask fewer questions about other subjects. They know less about pupils鈥� achievements in these subjects.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
Cedars Primary School is a top rated, Primary, Co-Ed school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 397 students from age 3-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 75% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Cedars Primary School
Nearby Schools in Your Area
From the Cedars Primary School
I appreciate being given the chance to oversee Cedars during Mrs. Truman's absence (during this academic year).
The current academic year and all the opportunities it will provide to our school have me enthused.
As the most of you are aware, I have been Cedars' deputy head for the past six years.
Prior to that, I spent more than 30 years working in schools in a variety of positions.
As a class teacher, phase leader, and assistant head, I spent 16 years there.
I now have the honour of serving as Cedars' acting head (for the current academic year).
My goal is for us to keep cooperating so that we may expand on what we have already accomplished.
I will continue to maintain an open door policy, so feel free to stop by and talk if you have any suggestions, inquiries, or worries.
Every choice I make in my role as acting head will be based on what is best for the Cedars students.
I'm looking forward to meeting all the obstacles of this academic year (as a team) and recognising your accomplishments and dedication.
Inquiries regarding your kid should be sent to the school office at 01254 261609.
Read more
The current academic year and all the opportunities it will provide to our school have me enthused.
As the most of you are aware, I have been Cedars' deputy head for the past six years.
Prior to that, I spent more than 30 years working in schools in a variety of positions.
As a class teacher, phase leader, and assistant head, I spent 16 years there.
I now have the honour of serving as Cedars' acting head (for the current academic year).
My goal is for us to keep cooperating so that we may expand on what we have already accomplished.
I will continue to maintain an open door policy, so feel free to stop by and talk if you have any suggestions, inquiries, or worries.
Every choice I make in my role as acting head will be based on what is best for the Cedars students.
I'm looking forward to meeting all the obstacles of this academic year (as a team) and recognising your accomplishments and dedication.
Inquiries regarding your kid should be sent to the school office at 01254 261609.
Gallery
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A+
|
B-
|
A+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-11 | 3-11 | 2-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18 | 25.8 | 18.4 |
| Proficient Math | 105 | 108 | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 109 | 104 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 98 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 75% | 54.98% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 11% | 6.41% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 2.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.1 | Above Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 104 1 | 99 | 96 |
| Reading | 102 1 | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 62% 6 | 61.15% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 7% 3 | 8.42% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Writing | 3.9 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | 1.9 | Above Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 3 | 100 | 94 |
| Reading | 101 3 | 100 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 56% 24 | 61.63% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% 1 | 8.31% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 100 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 98 | 97 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 32% | 57.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 5.87% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | -2.0 | Below Average |
Best Schools 2025
Cedars Primary School Rankings
夜来香研究所 ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Cedars Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
