St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy — Primary School in Burnley

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St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Burnley, BB10 2PZ

212 Pupils

270 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

33.50% FSM %

112 Boys

100 Girls

About St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Located in Burnley (BB10 2PZ), St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a mixed-gender Primary school for pupils aged 4–11 with a Roman Catholic character, classified as Academies and situated within the local authority of Lancashire.

It has 212 pupils on roll. School capacity: 270. Current headteacher: Helen Bibby.

Data for St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy comes from the Department for Education's official establishment register. For the most up-to-date admissions or contact details, visit the school directly.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Lancashire
Region	North West
Administrative District	Burnley
Parliamentary Constituency	Burnley
Ward	Lanehead
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	ROMERO CATHOLIC ACADEMY TRUST
Opened	01-12-2019
UKPRN	10085011
URN	147578
Data Last Updated	29-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (12)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mr Michael Mulrooney	Chair of Local Governing Body	31/12/2025	30/12/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Helen Bibby	Local Governor	01/09/2023	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mr Lewis Birtwistle	Local Governor	20/09/2024	19/09/2028	Elected by school staff
Mrs Margaret Borman	Local Governor	01/01/2022	31/12/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Margaret Borman	Local Governor	01/01/2026	31/12/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Anna D'Rozario	Local Governor	01/01/2022	31/12/2025	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Anna D'Rozario	Local Governor	31/12/2025	30/12/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Father David Featherstone	Local Governor	01/01/2022	31/12/2025	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Fr David Featherstone	Local Governor	01/01/2022	—	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Ms Claire Knight	Local Governor	01/01/2022	31/12/2025	Elected by parents
Mrs Christina Townend	Local Governor	01/01/2022	31/12/2025	Elected by parents
Mrs Christina Townend	Local Governor	01/01/2026	31/12/2029	Elected by parents

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy?

St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Burnley, Lancashire.

How many pupils does St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy have?

St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy has 212 pupils, with a capacity of 270.

What is the age range at St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy?

St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy a faith school?

Yes, St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy?

The Headteacher at St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is Mrs Helen Bibby.

Where is St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy located?

St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is at Thames Avenue, Burnley, BB10 2PZ, in the Lancashire local authority, North West.

Does St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy currently open?

St John the Baptist RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Helen Bibby

Thames Avenue, Burnley, BB10 2PZ

01282438120

www.stjohnsrcprimary.co.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 147578

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026