Samlesbury Church of England School
Preston, PR5 0UE · Lancashire · primary school
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203rd 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 — 6.6/10 against 4,296 of them, against 6.9/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 40% | 2.93 |
| Ofsted | 14 | 35% | 0.48 |
| 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.
Samlesbury Church of England School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 9.0% 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 (6.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.9 out of 10 against all schools). The most recent inspection took place in May 2026 under the new report-card framework.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend Forest School trips, with both a breakfast club and an after-school club available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 68 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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 Forest School curriculum integrate with the core subjects? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How does the school manage the transition for children joining the final year?
What Ofsted said about Samlesbury Church of England School
Overview
Samlesbury Church of England School is described as a "warm, nurturing and inclusive environment" where pupils "thrive" and feel "safe, valued and listened to." The report highlights a strong sense of community, with pupils describing the school as "like a family," underpinned by high expectations for behaviour and attendance.
Strengths
- Attendance and behaviour are rated at a "Strong standard," with a "highly positive culture" where bullying is "rare" and disruptions are few.
- Inclusion is a "Strong standard," with "well-established systems" ensuring staff meet individual needs quickly and use additional funding effectively.
- Personal development is a "Strong standard," featuring a "rich and well-thought-out programme" that prepares pupils for life in "modern Britain" through leadership roles and diverse experiences.
- Pupils achieve well in core subjects, with disadvantaged pupils typically attaining well in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should "continue to evaluate the curriculum carefully" to shape and deepen pupils’ learning.
- Leaders should ensure the recently updated early years curriculum, including phonics, is "taught consistently well across all classes."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing 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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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