St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Claughton-on-Brock
Preston, PR3 0PN · Lancashire · primary school
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114th 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 3,836 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9/10 among them, against 6.2/10 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 | 86.0 · 95 | 62% | 5.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Claughton-on-Brock overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 86.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.9 out of 10 among them, against 6.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in St Mary's Choir and attend Forest School trips, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 47 pupils against a stated capacity of 49. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the Forest School trips? How does the after-school club structure its daily schedule?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Claughton-on-Brock
Overview
Pupils “flourish” at this small school, which is described as having a “big heart” and being a “calm and harmonious place.” The report highlights “exemplary” behaviour and attitudes, with staff providing warm greetings and high expectations for learning. While the quality of education and leadership are judged as Good, the school maintains outstanding standards in personal development and early years provision.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is “exemplary,” with children being “polite and kind” and learning without disruptions.
- The curriculum is “well-organised,” enabling pupils to build knowledge “logically and securely” in most subjects.
- Staff identify the needs of pupils with SEND “quickly” and adapt curriculum delivery effectively, ensuring they “usually achieve well.”
- Reading is “at the heart of the school’s curriculum,” with staff acting “swiftly” to support those finding it difficult.
- Governors provide “effective support and challenge,” and staff praise the support received to reduce workload.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, including some early years areas, the school must refine curriculum thinking so teachers are clear about “essential knowledge” and the order in which it is taught.
- The school needs to evaluate the delivery and impact of the curriculum more effectively in a small number of subjects to identify and address weaknesses “in a timely manner.”
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 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 86% |
| 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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