Forton Primary School
URN: 119128 • Preston PR3 0AS
Overview
- Name
- Forton Primary School
- URN
- 119128
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lorna Boase (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01524791188
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Lane, Preston PR3 0AS
Summary
Forton Primary School is a community school located in Preston, Lancashire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 96 pupils, with a capacity of 105. The school prides itself on fostering a friendly and engaging environment where children are encouraged to 'shine' in their unique ways. The ethos of the school revolves around respect, cooperation, and a commitment to inclusivity, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported.
The curriculum at Forton Primary is designed to be balanced and inclusive, promoting academic, social, and emotional development. The school emphasizes the importance of hands-on learning experiences and encourages pupils to develop critical thinking skills. In addition to the core subjects, the school actively promotes British Values, preparing students for life in a diverse society.
Forton Primary School also offers various extracurricular activities, including a Breakfast Club and After School Club, ensuring that children are happy and engaged throughout the day. The school welcomes visits from prospective parents and encourages open communication with the community to foster a strong partnership in education.
The curriculum at Forton Primary is designed to be balanced and inclusive, promoting academic, social, and emotional development. The school emphasizes the importance of hands-on learning experiences and encourages pupils to develop critical thinking skills. In addition to the core subjects, the school actively promotes British Values, preparing students for life in a diverse society.
Forton Primary School also offers various extracurricular activities, including a Breakfast Club and After School Club, ensuring that children are happy and engaged throughout the day. The school welcomes visits from prospective parents and encourages open communication with the community to foster a strong partnership in education.
Useful links
- Juniper Websites (other)
- High Visibility Version (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 96
- Boys
- 50
- Girls
- 46
- FSM %
- 17.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 96 | 50 | 46 | 105 | 17.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 93 | 51 | 42 | 105 | 26.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 78 | 36 | 42 | 105 | 23.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 78 | 36 | 42 | 105 | 23.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 67 | 34 | 33 | 105 | 6.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 72 | 34 | 38 | 105 | 9.70 |
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