Penwortham Primary School

URN: 119157 • Preston PR1 0HU

Overview

Name
Penwortham Primary School
URN
119157
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kate Penarski (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01772743321
Website
Visit
Address
Crookings Lane, Preston PR1 0HU

Summary

Penwortham Primary School is a community school located in Preston, Lancashire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 205 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and inspired to reach their full potential. The core values of Aspire, Belong, Care, and Discover guide the school's ethos, promoting a sense of belonging and encouraging curiosity among students.

The curriculum at Penwortham is designed to be engaging and innovative, reflecting best practices in education. The school has received recognition for its outstanding science curriculum with the Quality Mark for Science and is committed to sustainability, as evidenced by its Eco Green Flag Award. Recent enhancements to the school's facilities include a modern library and a mindfulness suite, alongside a new Forest School provision, all aimed at supporting the holistic development of students.

Penwortham Primary values strong partnerships with parents and encourages active engagement in their children's education. The school prioritises communication between home and school to ensure that each child's needs are met, fostering a collaborative community spirit that enhances the educational experience.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
205
Boys
98
Girls
107
FSM %
7.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 205 98 107 210 7.70
2024-09-11 201 102 99 210 8.50
2023-09-11 208 116 92 210 5.30
2022-09-11 208 116 92 210 5.30
2021-09-11 204 124 80 210 4.90
2020-09-11 202 119 83 210 5.00

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