Darwen St James CofE Primary Academy is a academy converter serving families in Darwen and the wider Blackburn with Darwen area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

Darwen St James CofE Primary Academy caters for mixed pupils from 3 to 11 years. With 194 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 265, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

Ofsted last inspected the school on 9 July 2025, awarding it a Good rating. The report noted positive aspects of leadership, safeguarding and the school’s approach to pupil development.