Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School — Primary School in Burnley

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Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Burnley, BB12 9JP

55 Pupils

56 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

16.40% FSM %

27 Boys

28 Girls

About Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a mixed-gender Academies located in Burnley, Lancashire, 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 55 pupils on roll. School capacity: 56. Current headteacher: Pauline Nightingale.

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	Academy sponsor led
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Lancashire
Region	North West
Administrative District	Pendle
Parliamentary Constituency	Pendle and Clitheroe
Ward	Barrowford & Pendleside
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: 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
Trust / Sponsor	CIDARI EDUCATION LIMITED
Opened	01-05-2017
UKPRN	10063701
URN	144474
Data Last Updated	10-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (7)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Charlotte Standring	Chair of Local Governing Body	21/11/2023	20/11/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Peter Crewe	Local Governor	11/07/2024	10/07/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Anthony Dawson	Local Governor	01/09/2025	01/09/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Jonathan Loach	Local Governor	01/09/2023	23/09/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Pauline Nightingale	Local Governor	01/09/2016	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Charlotte Stevenson	Local Governor	07/02/2023	06/02/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Elaine Walsh	Local Governor	07/02/2023	06/02/2027	Appointed by GB/board

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School?

Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School is a Academy sponsor led (group: Academies) in Burnley, Lancashire.

How many pupils does Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School have?

Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School has 55 pupils, with a capacity of 56.

What is the age range at Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School?

Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School?

The Headteacher at Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School is Mrs Pauline Nightingale.

Where is Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School located?

Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School is at Spenbrook Road, Newchurch-in-Pendle, Burnley, BB12 9JP, in the Lancashire local authority, North West.

Does Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School currently open?

Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Pauline Nightingale

Spenbrook Road, Newchurch-in-Pendle, Burnley, BB12 9JP

01282612191

www.stmarysnewchurch.co.uk

Location

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Quick Summary

URN 144474

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026