Quick Facts


Phase: Primary
Age range: 4 to 11
Gender: Mixed
Pupils on roll: 637
Capacity: 630
Local authority: Blackburn with Darwen
Governance: Free schools
Nursery provision: No Nursery Classes
SEN provision: N/A

About this school


The Olive School, Blackburn is a primary school based in Blackburn under the Blackburn with Darwen local authority.

The school educates mixed pupils aged 4 to 11. It currently has 637 pupils on roll with space for 630, offering a broad curriculum across all primary year groups.

Ofsted last inspected the school on 4 March 2025, awarding it a Outstanding rating. The report noted positive aspects of leadership, safeguarding and the school’s approach to pupil development.

Ofsted Summary


Overall rating: Outstanding
Last inspection: 4 March 2025
Read the full Ofsted report: View Report

Admissions Information


Admissions policy: Free schools
Catchment: Based on distance from school
Oversubscribed: Yes (in recent years)
Link to local authority admissions page: Contact School Website

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