Preston Primary School
URN: 118401 • Canterbury CT3 1HB
Overview
- Name
- Preston Primary School
- URN
- 118401
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Helen Clements (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01227722235
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Mill Lane, Canterbury CT3 1HB
Summary
Preston Primary School is a small community school located in the village of Preston, near Wingham, Canterbury. With a capacity of 133 pupils and currently accommodating 122, the school fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment that values individuality and personal growth. The school operates with five classes, accommodating mixed year groups, and promotes a strong ethos of respect, creativity, and hard work among its students.
The curriculum at Preston Primary is broad and balanced, designed to encourage curiosity and exploration while nurturing each child's unique talents. The school places a strong emphasis on good behaviour and collaborative learning, aiming to develop confident and caring individuals. Additionally, the school community benefits from a supportive network of parents and the Friends of Preston School (FOPS), who contribute to various resources and family events.
Preston Primary School is committed to maintaining strong relationships with parents and the local community, encouraging active participation in school life. The school's vision is to cultivate kind hearts, healthy minds, and ambitious lifelong learners, ensuring that every child reaches their full potential in a safe and stimulating environment.
The curriculum at Preston Primary is broad and balanced, designed to encourage curiosity and exploration while nurturing each child's unique talents. The school places a strong emphasis on good behaviour and collaborative learning, aiming to develop confident and caring individuals. Additionally, the school community benefits from a supportive network of parents and the Friends of Preston School (FOPS), who contribute to various resources and family events.
Preston Primary School is committed to maintaining strong relationships with parents and the local community, encouraging active participation in school life. The school's vision is to cultivate kind hearts, healthy minds, and ambitious lifelong learners, ensuring that every child reaches their full potential in a safe and stimulating environment.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 122 | 62 | 60 | 133 | 11.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 119 | 59 | 60 | 133 | 10.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 128 | 62 | 66 | 133 | 11.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 128 | 62 | 66 | 133 | 11.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 128 | 59 | 69 | 133 | 10.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 129 | 59 | 70 | 133 | 6.20 |
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