Freckleton Church of England Primary School
Preston, PR4 1PJ · Lancashire · primary school
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32nd of 448 primary schools in Lancashire we can score, 481 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.5/10 against 4,294 of them, against 9.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 92.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Freckleton Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 92.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 17.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 193 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in the coming years?
What Ofsted said about Freckleton Church of England Primary School
Overview
Freckleton Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a "broad, exciting and ambitious curriculum" that benefits all pupils, including those with special educational needs. Pupils are described as "proud of their school," enjoying a "safe and welcoming" environment where they "work hard in lessons" and develop strong relationships with staff and peers.
Strengths
- Leaders have created a strong curriculum where key knowledge is carefully broken down into steps, enabling pupils to "learn everything that they need to know."
- Reading is "at the heart of the curriculum," with skilled staff providing swift support so that children, including those with SEND, "learn to read well."
- Pupils with SEND are identified quickly and achieve as well as their classmates through careful adaptations and effective collaboration with professionals.
- The school provides "exciting opportunities" for pupils to develop beyond academics, such as playing instruments for the village brass band and taking on roles of responsibility.
- Governors are knowledgeable and ask "challenging questions," while leaders remain "considerate of staff’s workload and well-being."
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, leaders must ensure staff have clear information on the smaller components of essential knowledge to guarantee pupils learn everything required.
- Leaders and subject leaders must ensure teachers check that pupils’ knowledge is secure before moving on to new learning, particularly in subjects where this is currently inconsistent.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and maintaining "effective working relationships with agencies" to secure timely support for pupils and families.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 92% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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