Lancaster Lane Primary and Pre-School
Leyland, PR25 5TT · Lancashire · primary school
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165th 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 — 5.8/10 against 3,267 of them, against 5.5/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lancaster Lane Primary and Pre-School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 191 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 are working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Lancaster Lane Primary and Pre-School
Overview
Lancaster Lane Community Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "happy school community" where pupils enjoy learning and achieve well. Leaders have established an "ambitious curriculum" that supports pupils’ knowledge acquisition from Reception to Year 6, with staff providing effective guidance and adapting teaching for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- Pupils "live up to leaders’ high expectations by achieving well and behaving themselves," demonstrating perseverance and dedication.
- The curriculum is rich and varied, offering opportunities in music, sport, and after-school activities such as chess, drama, and caving.
- Leaders focus carefully on reading, ensuring staff are well trained in phonics and that books match pupils’ developing skills.
- Staff support pupils’ social development and well-being effectively, with leaders helping staff maintain a "work-life balance."
- SEND pupils are well supported, including those in the dedicated ‘the nest’ classroom, and are fully included in school life.
Areas to improve
- Staff do not consistently help pupils form letters correctly during phonics activities, which "negatively affects the quality of pupils’ writing."
- Some pupils lack understanding of the meaning of essential new words, making it harder for them to explain concepts and topics.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to identify concerns and leaders linking effectively with other agencies to protect pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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