Woodplumpton St Anne's CofE Primary School
Preston, PR4 0NE · Lancashire · primary school
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187th 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 3,755 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.5/10 among them, against 5.2/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Woodplumpton St Anne's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.5 out of 10 among them, against 5.2 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 107 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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
Since the higher standard attainment is 0.0%, what specific strategies are used to support pupils aiming for that level? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Woodplumpton St Anne's CofE Primary School
Overview
Woodplumpton St Anne's CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "friendly and caring atmosphere" where leaders and staff maintain high expectations. Pupils are described as polite, respectful, and keen to learn, benefiting from a broad curriculum and strong relationships with staff. The inspection confirms that the school remains effective in its provision, with particular praise for early reading and pupil wellbeing.
Strengths
- The school "radiates a friendly and caring atmosphere," with staff fostering "positive and trusting relationships" that help pupils feel safe and happy.
- "The teaching of phonics and early reading is strong," with staff ensuring books are carefully matched to sounds, helping pupils read with "increasing confidence and fluency."
- Leaders have developed a "broad and ambitious curriculum" where knowledge is "well ordered," allowing pupils to build on prior learning and achieve well in most subjects.
- Effective support is provided for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), who are identified quickly and helped to "learn well."
- Pupils are "prepared well for life in modern Britain," developing tolerance through learning about different religions and understanding democracy.
Areas to improve
- In a "very small number of subjects," leaders have not finalised curriculum thinking regarding what pupils should learn and in what order, which is "hindering some pupils from learning as well as they could."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong culture of vigilance" where staff receive up-to-date training and swiftly report concerns to ensure pupils receive the right support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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