Darwen St James CE Primary Academy

17/08/2026

📢 Reminder: Follow Our New Page for the New Academic Year! 🎓

With the new academic year approaching, make sure you hit follow on our new official page to keep up to date with all the latest news, announcements, and events.

Why follow our page?
📅 Important Dates & Schedules: Stay on top of term dates, deadlines, and key events.
📢 Latest Announcements: Receive instant updates regarding school policies, announcements, and key notices.
📸 Highlights & Achievements: Celebrate pupil achievements, school trips, and extracurricular activities.
💡 Useful Guidance: Access back-to-school checklists, revision resources, and support information.
👉 Follow us now: https://www.facebook.com/share/1M1dqrMBhd/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Please share this post or tag anyone who needs to stay informed ahead of the new term!

At Darwen St James, we deliver a purposeful curriculum rooted in our Christian values.

30/07/2026

We’ve moved!
This page will be closing in a few weeks. To stay up to date with all our latest school news and events, please follow our new page here:

https://www.facebook.com/share/1dDv9Lzy38/?mibextid=wwXIfr

28/07/2026

📣 We’ve Moved! Join Us on Our New page 🏫✨

Dear Parents, Carers, and Friends of Darwen St James’,

To ensure we can keep sharing all our latest academy updates, achievements, and events with you, we’ve launched a brand-new page!
We don’t want you to miss out on seeing what our wonderful children are up to—from athletics competitions to hands-on science projects.

👉 Please tap the link below and hit 'Like' and 'Follow' to stay connected with us:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1846bySXDF/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Thank you as always for your continued support!


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At Darwen St James, we deliver a purposeful curriculum rooted in our Christian values.

17/07/2026

We are serving up another midweek feast and it’s too good to miss. This coming Wednesday, Food Club is back with big flavours, warm vibes, and plates that’ll have you smiling all the way home.

🗓️ Wednesday 22nd July
⏰ 3:30pm – 5:00pm
📍 Darwen Valley Community Centre

Kids eat FREE, adults just £1 donation (cash only)

Over 65? You’re absolutely invited so come join us for a warm meal and friendly faces.

To book your spot:
📩 Message our page
📞 Call 073988 10123

St. James' Church of England Primary School, Lower Darwen Darwen Aldridge Community Academy Darwen Aldridge Sudell Primary St James' Church, Over Darwen

16/07/2026

🏊 Summer Holiday Swimming Crash Courses 🏊

Looking for a fun and productive activity for the children this summer?

Our 5-day Swimming Crash Courses at Darwen Leisure Centre are a great way to build confidence in the water, improve swimming ability and make the most of the school holidays.

Course dates:
📅 27 - 31 July
📅 3 - 7 August

These courses are ideal for:
💦 Children aged 4+
💦 Non-swimmers
💦 Swimmers who have not yet achieved Stage 5 or their 25 metres on both front and back

Please note that 1:1 support is not available.

For more information or to request an application form, email: [email protected]

14/07/2026

Please find attached the latest Picture News Parent Newsletter, which includes ideas and conversation starters to help you continue discussing current events and important values at home over the summer.

We hope you find it useful and that it provides some enjoyable opportunities for family discussions.

13/07/2026

Get ready for a summer of fun, adventure, and memories! Request your Active Passport and explore exciting activities together as a family — indoors, outdoors, rain or shine! Complete your passport, collect stickers, and see how many new things you can try before the summer’s out. Let’s get active and make it a holiday to remember!

12/07/2026

Aaron’s back tomorrow! Deca Dance in the school hall, 5pm! 💃🏻🕺🏻

Please share around!😁 I am back off holiday and we are back to it tomorrow at 5pm😁 spread the word! I hope to see you there😎

11/07/2026

This course is for parents/carers of children with restricted diets, children who may only eat a limited selection of the same foods and struggle to tolerate any new foods. Does this sound like your child? Register your interest at [email protected] for the next course in October