St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School — Primary School in Darwen

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St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School

Darwen, BB3 0HY

195 Pupils

225 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

30.30% FSM %

87 Boys

108 Girls

About St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School

St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, in the North West region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 195 pupils on roll. School capacity: 225. Current headteacher: Emily Coolican.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Voluntary aided school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Blackburn with Darwen
Region	North West
Administrative District	Blackburn with Darwen
Parliamentary Constituency	Rossendale and Darwen
Ward	Darwen West
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
UKPRN	10078863
URN	119615
Data Last Updated	19-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Victoria Weddle	Chair of Governors	04/12/2023	03/12/2027	Appointed by LA
Mrs Emily Coolican	Governor	01/01/2022	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Fr Nicholas Davis	Governor	22/03/2017	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mrs Julie Eatwell	Governor	01/04/2024	31/03/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Daniel Farnworth	Governor	18/01/2023	18/01/2027	Elected by school staff
Ms Claire Marsden	Governor	04/12/2023	03/12/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Angela Shanks	Governor	16/01/2026	15/01/2030	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Jackie Stokes	Governor	04/09/2023	03/09/2027	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mrs Stacey-Jo Thomas	Governor	04/09/2023	03/09/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Phil Tomlin	Governor	04/12/2023	03/12/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Julian Wainwright	Governor	29/05/2019	25/08/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Julian Wainwright	Governor	03/09/2025	01/09/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust

Schools Nearby

Crosshill Special School

0.41 km • Darwen

Other

St Edward's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

0.55 km • Darwen

Other

Avondale Primary School

0.56 km • Darwen

Other

Darwen Vale High School

1.39 km • Darwen

Other

Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio

1.41 km • Darwen

Other

Darwen St James CofE Primary Academy

1.53 km • Darwen

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School?

St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School is a Voluntary aided school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen.

How many pupils does St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School have?

St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School has 195 pupils, with a capacity of 225.

What is the age range at St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School?

St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School a faith school?

Yes, St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School?

The Headteacher at St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School is Mrs Emily Coolican.

Where is St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School located?

St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School is at St Albans Road, Darwen, BB3 0HY, in the Blackburn with Darwen local authority, North West.

Does St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School currently open?

St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Emily Coolican

St Albans Road, Darwen, BB3 0HY

01254701336

www.stcuthbertscofeprimary.co.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 119615

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026