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Schools in BB9

A postcode district in Lancashire

  • Postcode district
  • 38 schools and nurseries

In short: BB9 is a postcode district in Lancashire with 18 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 15 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3818 primary · 5 secondary · 15 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in BB9

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All BB9 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in BB9

18 in BB9, best first

Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Nelson, BB9 5BL · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results well above the England average.

20 first choices, 15 offers made

Met the standard at 1186%

England 62%

Days missed
4.1%
Pupils
126
Pupils per teacher
20.3
View school Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
See all 18 primary schools

Top Secondary Schools in BB9

5 in BB9, best first

Pendle Vale College

Nelson, BB9 8LF · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Expected standard in every area

Results below the England average.

220 first choices, 207 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1641.8

England 46.2

Days missed
8.2%
Pupils
1,046
Pupils per teacher
15.5
View school Pendle Vale College
See all 5 secondary schools

Nurseries in BB9

15 in BB9, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 15 nurseries

Sixth Forms in BB9

1 in BB9, by the school's Eduscope score

Special Schools in BB9

2 in BB9. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Grow Independent School

Barrowford, BB9 8PH · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
16
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Grow Independent School

Private Schools in BB9

3 in BB9. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Al-Ikhlaas Primary School

Nelson, BB9 7SY · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
142
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Al-Ikhlaas Primary School

Edenfield Girls' High School

Bb9 0pq · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16 · Girls

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results well above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1662.7

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
102
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Edenfield Girls' High School

Grow Independent School

Barrowford, BB9 8PH · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
16
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Grow Independent School
The map

Every school in BB9, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Bradley Nursery School, GoodWalton Lane Nursery School, Expected standard in every areaWoodfield Nursery School, GoodMcMillan Nursery School, GoodBarrowford School, Needs attention in 5 areasBradley Primary School, GoodMarsden Community Primary School, GoodLomeshaye Junior School, GoodWalverden Primary School, GoodWhitefield Infant School and Nursery, Outstanding in every areaRoughlee Church of England Primary School, Expected standard or betterBarrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School, OutstandingNelson St Paul's Church of England Primary School, GoodNelson St Philip's Church of England Primary School, GoodHoly Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson, GoodPendle Vale College, Expected standard in every areaPendle Community High School & College, OutstandingAl-Ikhlaas Primary School, InspectedPendle Primary Academy, Expected standard in every areaGreat Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy, GoodCastercliff Primary School, GoodBlacko Primary School, GoodMarsden Heights Community College, GoodEdenfield Girls' High School, InspectedHoly Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, Expected standard or betterSt John Southworth RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy, Needs attention in 2 areasGrow Independent School, GoodEdenfield Nursery, OutstandingPendle Court Day Nursery & Pre-School, GoodLynwood Nursery, GoodLittle Blossoms of Barrowford, GoodThe Rocking Horse Club, GoodSmartypants Exclusive Childcare Ltd, OutstandingParrock House Day Nursery, GoodBarrowford Preschool Nursery, OutstandingThe Beacon Day Nursery, GoodCrescent Nursery NelsonNaik Gems Nursery
  • Outstanding5
  • Good21
  • Not graded yet12
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every BB9 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

BB9 has 38 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about BB9

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How many schools are in BB9?

BB9 has 38 schools, including 18 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 15 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in BB9?

The highest-ranked schools in BB9 on Eduscope are Roughlee Church of England Primary School, Barrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in BB9?

There are 3 independent schools in BB9. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in BB9 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in BB9?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 38 schools in BB9 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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