Frenchwood Community Primary School
Preston, PR1 4LE · Lancashire · primary school
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413rd 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 — 1.1/10 against 2,609 of them, against 1.4/10 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 | 39.0 · 8 | 40% | 0.30 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.19 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Frenchwood Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 39.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.4 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils visit RHS Bridgewater, Chester Zoo, Avenham Park, the Abbeystead Estate, PNE, Christ the King, Carlisle, and St Annes.
Getting in
The published school roll is 326 pupils against a stated capacity of 298. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in maths? How are the separate Ofsted grades from the February 2026 inspection being addressed in the current curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Frenchwood Community Primary School
Overview
Frenchwood Community Primary School fosters a "calm and orderly environment" where pupils feel safe, welcome, and part of a supportive community. While behaviour, inclusion, and personal development meet expected standards, the report identifies that teaching quality and pupil achievement are uneven, particularly in early years and core subjects like mathematics and writing.
Strengths
- Pupils behave respectfully, and staff deal with bullying and concerns swiftly and fairly.
- Inclusion is a priority, with effective systems ensuring disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs receive timely support.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils engaging in democratic processes, cultural experiences, and leadership roles.
- Staff build warm relationships, helping children from diverse backgrounds settle quickly and feel included.
- Attendance is improving due to effective systems and close work with families.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must act with greater urgency to improve teaching consistency, particularly in handwriting, spelling, and mathematics.
- Early years staff need to strengthen their expertise in teaching early English and mathematics to better prepare children for Year 1.
- Staff should improve how they check pupils’ learning to identify and address gaps in basic skills quickly.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 39% |
| 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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