The Roebuck School
URN: 119237 • Preston PR2 2BN
Overview
- Name
- The Roebuck School
- URN
- 119237
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jill Alexander-Steele (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772729337
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Inkerman Street, Preston PR2 2BN
Summary
The Roebuck School is a community primary school located in Preston, Lancashire, serving a mixed-gender population of 338 pupils. With a capacity of 349, the school has a strong commitment to creating a warm and secure environment where children can thrive and achieve their individual goals. The school has been a part of the community since its opening in 1907 and admits up to 45 new pupils each year.
The curriculum at The Roebuck School is designed to cater to diverse learning styles, supported by a range of extracurricular activities that promote physical education, arts, and community engagement. The school features a purpose-built Sports Hall, library, and various teaching spaces, including a nursery that accommodates 23 children per session. Strong links with local primary and secondary schools enhance the educational experience by facilitating the sharing of expertise across curriculum areas.
The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Mrs. Jill Alexander-Steele, prioritise the well-being and development of each child. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and can easily reach out for support or inquiries. The Roebuck School aims to foster a collaborative partnership with families to ensure the best outcomes for all students.
The curriculum at The Roebuck School is designed to cater to diverse learning styles, supported by a range of extracurricular activities that promote physical education, arts, and community engagement. The school features a purpose-built Sports Hall, library, and various teaching spaces, including a nursery that accommodates 23 children per session. Strong links with local primary and secondary schools enhance the educational experience by facilitating the sharing of expertise across curriculum areas.
The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Mrs. Jill Alexander-Steele, prioritise the well-being and development of each child. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and can easily reach out for support or inquiries. The Roebuck School aims to foster a collaborative partnership with families to ensure the best outcomes for all students.
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 349
- Pupils
- 338
- Boys
- 175
- Girls
- 163
- FSM %
- 35.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-02-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 338 | 175 | 163 | 349 | 35.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 334 | 172 | 162 | 349 | 39.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 307 | 178 | 129 | 349 | 50.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 307 | 178 | 129 | 349 | 50.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 294 | 161 | 133 | 349 | 44.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 292 | 152 | 140 | 349 | 42.10 |
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