Kennington Primary School
Preston, PR2 8ER · Lancashire · primary school
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197th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.6/10 against 2,562 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kennington Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 246 pupils against a stated capacity of 245. 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
Since the expected standard result is below the national median, what specific support is offered to pupils who are working towards that benchmark? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs integrate with the main curriculum to support learning?
What Ofsted said about Kennington Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Kennington Primary School are described as happy and thriving under the "calm and reassuring guidance of staff." The report highlights an "ambitious curriculum" where knowledge builds securely, supported by exceptional behaviour and outstanding personal development. While the overall effectiveness is rated Good, specific aspects such as early years provision and behaviour are rated Outstanding.
Strengths
- Staff care for pupils "exceptionally well," fostering warm relationships and helping children manage emotions and consider others.
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and carefully designed, ensuring pupils’ knowledge builds securely across a broad range of subjects.
- Early years provision is outstanding, with children making a "remarkably strong start" and being exceptionally well prepared for Key Stage 1.
- Pupils demonstrate "exceptional" behaviour, showing high levels of engagement, politeness, and respect for adults and peers.
- Reading is prioritised with expert phonics delivery; most pupils read with "expression and fluency" and enjoy a wide range of books.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must ensure learning activities are matched accurately to the identified curriculum knowledge, as some pupils currently do not learn key content as well as they could.
- The school should provide necessary training for teachers to design activities that help pupils learn the curriculum in "sufficient depth."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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
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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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