How many pupils does The Olive School, Blackburn have?

The Olive School, Blackburn has 637 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

How does The Olive School, Blackburn perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?

98% of pupils at The Olive School, Blackburn met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.

Is The Olive School, Blackburn part of an academy trust?

Yes — The Olive School, Blackburn is part of STAR ACADEMIES.

Where is The Olive School, Blackburn?

The Olive School, Blackburn is located at Meins Road, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 6QQ.

The Olive School, Blackburn

Meins Road, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 6QQ

Not rated

Inspected 4 March 2025 · no overall grade

No overall grade

Ofsted

98%

KS2 expected

Primary

Phase

4–11

Ages

637

Pupils

Mixed

Gender

Free schools

Type

About The Olive School, Blackburn

The Olive School, Blackburn is a free school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, England, for pupils aged 4–11. It has 637 pupils on roll. The school has a Muslim religious character. It is part of STAR ACADEMIES. At the end of Key Stage 2, 98% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. 4.2% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 78.2% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority: Blackburn with Darwen →
School Type: Free schools
Phase: Primary
Age Range: Ages 4–11
Gender: Mixed
Pupils / Capacity: 637 / 630 (101%) · over capacity
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Religious Character: Muslim
Last Ofsted Inspection: 4 March 2025

Pupil profile

2023/24

Who attends this school — useful context if you’re considering teaching here.

4.2%

Free school meals

78.2%

EAL

3.9%

SEN support

6.8%

EHC plan

Source: DfE School Census, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Results & performance

2023/24

Official Department for Education results, pupil destinations and attendance.

SATs results (Key Stage 2)

98%

Expected standard (RWM)

24%

Higher standard (RWM)

111

Avg reading score

113

Avg maths score

Attendance

3.1%

Overall absence

5.1%

Persistent absence

Source: Department for Education performance tables, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Some independent schools’ qualifications (e.g. IGCSEs) are not all reflected in these figures.

Workforce

2024/25

Staffing at this school, with the trend over recent years — useful if you’re considering working here.

26.1

Teachers (FTE)

↑ +1.0 vs 2023/24

24.4

Pupils per teacher

↓ -1.0 vs 2023/24

35.66

Teaching assistants (FTE)

↑ +9.1 vs 2023/24

£41,061

Avg teacher salary

Mean · 14% on leadership pay

↑ +£122 vs 2023/24

Teacher vacancies

0% rate

→ 0 vs 2023/24

Leadership (FTE)

→ 0.0 vs 2023/24

Data for the 2024/25 academic year (trend lines show 3 years). Source: DfE School Workforce Census, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. State-funded schools only.

School finances

2024-25

How this school is funded and where the money goes — per pupil.

£6,086

Spend per pupil

£6,179

Income per pupil

42%

Spent on teaching staff

Source: DfE school finance returns (CFR for council-maintained schools, AAR for academies), 2024-25, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Per-pupil figures are calculated from total income/expenditure.

Contact Details

Address: Meins Road, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 6QQ
Phone: 0125454070
Executive Headteacher: Smeena Riaz
Website: www.oliveblackburn.com

Academy Trust

STAR ACADEMIES →

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Frequently asked questions

What type of school is The Olive School, Blackburn?: The Olive School, Blackburn is a free school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, England, for pupils aged 4–11.
How many pupils does The Olive School, Blackburn have?: The Olive School, Blackburn has 637 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.
How does The Olive School, Blackburn perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?: 98% of pupils at The Olive School, Blackburn met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.
Is The Olive School, Blackburn part of an academy trust?: Yes — The Olive School, Blackburn is part of STAR ACADEMIES.
Where is The Olive School, Blackburn?: The Olive School, Blackburn is located at Meins Road, Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, BB2 6QQ.

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