Newton Bluecoat Church of England Primary School
Preston, PR4 3RT · Lancashire · primary school
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77th 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 — 7.4/10 against 4,255 of them, against 7.6/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 22.0 · 94 | 25% | 2.35 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Newton Bluecoat Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The school achieved a higher standard for 22.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. 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 (7.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2022.
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 206 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain the Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Newton Bluecoat Church of England Primary School
Overview
Newton Bluecoat Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, providing a "warm and nurturing environment" where pupils are happy and feel safe. Leaders have developed a "broad and ambitious curriculum" that emphasises personal development, ensuring pupils become "compassionate citizens" well prepared for their futures.
Strengths
- Pupils thrive in a caring community, displaying kindness and helping those in need, such as donating to food banks.
- The curriculum is well organised in many areas, with staff skilfully checking prior knowledge to address gaps and misconceptions effectively.
- Reading is a strong focus; staff are well trained in phonics, and books are carefully matched to sounds to help pupils become independent readers.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and receive effective personalised support, accessing the same curriculum as their peers.
- Governors are supportive yet challenging, and leaders ensure staff workload is manageable and well-being is supported.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must finalise the curriculum in one or two subjects so teachers know exactly what to teach and in what order.
- Leaders should ensure all subject leaders receive necessary training to develop the subject knowledge required to lead their areas effectively.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and acting quickly on concerns while working with external agencies to secure timely support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 81% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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