Catforth Primary School

URN: 119160 • Preston PR4 0HL

Overview

Name
Catforth Primary School
URN
119160
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julie Bainbridge (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01772690451
Website
Visit
Address
School Lane, Preston PR4 0HL

Summary

Catforth Primary School, located in Preston, Lancashire, is a community school catering to 105 pupils with a capacity of 104. The school promotes a mixed-gender environment and aims to provide a safe and stimulating learning atmosphere where every child can thrive. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in their motto, “To be the best that we can be,” which reflects their commitment to fostering confidence, independence, and a love of learning among students.

The curriculum at Catforth Primary is designed to be engaging and well-structured, encouraging children to take risks and learn from their experiences. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, behaviour, and welfare, having received an 'OUTSTANDING' rating in these areas during their latest Ofsted inspection in September 2023.

Catforth Primary values the partnership between home and school, actively encouraging parental involvement in their children's education. The school community is built on principles of kindness, respect, and mutual support, ensuring that every child feels valued and secure in their learning journey.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
104
Pupils
105
Boys
49
Girls
56
FSM %
15.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 105 49 56 104 15.20
2024-09-11 108 54 54 104 17.60
2023-09-11 93 50 43 104 17.80
2022-09-11 93 50 43 104 17.80
2021-09-11 82 43 39 70 19.50
2020-09-11 76 46 30 70 12.20

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