Howick Church Endowed Primary School
Preston, PR1 0NB · Lancashire · primary school
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16th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,448 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.2/10 among them, against 8.9/10 nationally. 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 | 80.0 · 88 | 40% | 3.51 |
| Ofsted | 92 | 35% | 3.22 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 20.0 · 92 | 25% | 2.30 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Howick Church Endowed Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 80.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 20.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. An Ofsted inspection took place in May 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 8.2 out of 10 among them, against 8.9 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 103 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 their core subjects? What specific activities are available in the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Howick Church Endowed Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders and staff have established an "ambitious vision" that is successfully realised, resulting in "consistently high-quality daily experiences" for pupils. Inspectors found that the school reaches a "strong standard" across all evaluated areas, with pupils thriving in a "warm and positive culture" underpinned by clear values and effective safeguarding.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve "consistently above the national average" in reading, writing, and mathematics, with disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs making secure progress.
- Staff deliver a "broad and suitably ambitious" curriculum, using "highly effective" checks to refine teaching and quickly address any gaps in pupil understanding.
- Attendance rates are "above the national average," supported by close collaboration with parents and a system that rewards punctuality and investigates absence patterns.
- Pupils demonstrate "impeccable" behaviour and "highly positive attitudes to learning," rarely experiencing bullying within a culture of "friendship, truthfulness, hope, trust, forgiveness and thankfulness."
- The early years provision ensures children are "very well prepared for Year 1" through an "ambitious curriculum" and "responsive care" tailored to individual starting points.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should "embed the curriculum refinements already underway to sustain consistently high-quality practice over time and ensure a lasting impact on pupils’ achievement."
Safeguarding
The report states that "safeguarding standards are met," noting that leaders have established an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 87% |
| 2023/24 | 80% |
| 2024/25 | 80% |
| 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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