Standards at Balderstone are consistently high, frequently higher than National and Local averages. Our results are very good and reflect the tremendous amount of hard work that children, staff and parents have put in.  Our cohorts vary from year to year and this can have a significant impact on the data.  The following link will allow you to compare our data:

https://www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk/school/119415/balderstone-st-leonard-s-church-of-england-voluntary-aided-primary-school

EYFS 2026

80% of children achieved a GOOD LEVEL OF DEVELOPMENT against the Early Learning Goals at the end of reception. 

Year 1 phonics Screening Check 2026

100% of our Year 1 children achieved the expected standard for phonics.  

KS2 Assessment Data 2025