What is the best primary school in Clitheroe?

On our composite score, Gisburn Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Clitheroe, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Clitheroe?

There are 15 primary schools in Clitheroe with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Clitheroe ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Clitheroe?

Applications for Reception places in Clitheroe starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Clitheroe

Compare 15 top-rated primary schools in Clitheroe, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Gisburn Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: Gisburn Primary School vs St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Hurst Green

The best primary schools in Clitheroe

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Gisburn Primary School

St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Hurst Green

Edisford Primary School

Whalley Church of England Primary School

Chatburn Church of England Primary School

Barrow URC Primary School

Bolton by Bowland Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Waddington and West Bradford Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Clitheroe Pendle Primary School

Slaidburn Brennands Endowed Primary School

Clitheroe Brookside Primary School

Grindleton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

St James' Church of England Primary School, Clitheroe

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Sabden

Thorneyholme Roman Catholic Primary School, Dunsop Bridge

St Michael and St John's Roman Catholic Primary School

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