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Waterfoot Primary School

Goodgraded 14/12/2022Ages 5–11299 pupilsDoes not apply
Rossendale, BB4 9DA
Lancashire

Waterfoot Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 5 to 11 in Rossendale, within the Lancashire local authority. The school has around 299 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 14/12/2022, Waterfoot Primary School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Rossendale can view Waterfoot Primary School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Rossendale (BB4 9DA), Waterfoot Primary School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.

Attendance & staffing
Attendance94.9%England avg 94.5%
Pupils per teacher21.0England avg 20.9
Persistent absence
Teachers with QTS

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals24.0%England avg 24.0%
English not first language8.8%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

Primary results — Key Stage 2
Expected standard (RWM)-14%England avg -22%
Higher standard (RWM)-10%England avg -7%

DfE, 2023/24

All schools in RossendaleSee the full area report for BB4 9DA