St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Preston
Preston, PR1 4RH · Lancashire · primary school
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402nd 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 — 2.2/10 against 1,562 of them, against 2.0/10 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 | 47.0 · 15 | 40% | 0.60 |
| Ofsted | 6 | 35% | 0.21 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Preston overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 47.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.0 out of 10 against all schools). An inspection in November 2025 assessed the school under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 214 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 have not reached the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in writing? How does the school manage class sizes when operating over its published capacity?
What Ofsted said about St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Preston
Overview
The report describes a "warm and caring school" where pupils feel safe, valued, and proud to attend. While leaders have made "notable and clear improvements" in attendance and behaviour, and provide effective support for vulnerable pupils, inconsistencies in curriculum delivery mean that many pupils do not yet achieve as well as they should in core subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is "typically positive and considerate," with bullying being "very rare" and issues addressed swiftly.
- Attendance is improving due to leaders’ "relentless focus," particularly for disadvantaged pupils, with persistent absence "significantly reducing."
- Staff are "confident and skilled" in supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, using effective systems for timely intervention.
- The school offers "exciting and purposeful enrichment opportunities" that are accessible to all pupils, including those with additional needs.
- Leaders demonstrate an "unwavering commitment" to pupils and families, working effectively with the trust and governing body.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers use checks on learning to identify and address gaps in knowledge, particularly in transcription and mathematics, to help pupils achieve well.
- The early years curriculum requires completion of recent revisions to ensure it clearly identifies important information and supports children’s readiness for the next stage.
- Staff in the early years must consistently engage in high-quality interactions to help children develop the necessary language and vocabulary.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 23% |
| 2023/24 | 37% |
| 2024/25 | 47% |
| 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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