Higham St John's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in the village of Higham, Burnley, Lancashire. The school serves a mixed-gender population of approximately 133 pupils aged 4 to 11, with a total capacity of 140. Its catchment area extends beyond the village to nearby towns such as Padiham, Nelson, and Barrowford. The school's ethos is encapsulated in its motto: 'One school family rooted in God's love,' reflecting its Church of England foundation. As a rural school, it boasts extensive grounds and offers a welcoming community for families seeking a supportive educational environment.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
1 published inspection on file since November 2019.
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Section 8 (did not convert)