Ashton Primary School
URN: 119238 • Preston PR2 1TU
Overview
- Name
- Ashton Primary School
- URN
- 119238
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jeanne Louise Craig (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772728052
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ainsdale Drive, Preston PR2 1TU
Summary
Ashton Primary School is a community school located in Preston, Lancashire, catering to 204 pupils with a capacity of 210. The school promotes a nurturing environment that focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its students. With a commitment to inclusivity and respect, Ashton Primary aims to instill resilience and independence in its children, preparing them for future challenges.
The curriculum at Ashton Primary is designed to inspire curiosity and foster a love of learning, incorporating local context through its 'Proud to be Prestonian' initiative. Outdoor learning is emphasized, allowing students to engage in hands-on experiences that enhance their educational journey. The school achieved a commendable 71% of its Reception class reaching the expected 'Good Level of Development,' surpassing the national average.
Ashton Primary values strong partnerships with families and the community, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported. The school actively promotes British values, including democracy and mutual respect, through its curriculum and various activities, fostering a sense of belonging and responsibility among its students.
The curriculum at Ashton Primary is designed to inspire curiosity and foster a love of learning, incorporating local context through its 'Proud to be Prestonian' initiative. Outdoor learning is emphasized, allowing students to engage in hands-on experiences that enhance their educational journey. The school achieved a commendable 71% of its Reception class reaching the expected 'Good Level of Development,' surpassing the national average.
Ashton Primary values strong partnerships with families and the community, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported. The school actively promotes British values, including democracy and mutual respect, through its curriculum and various activities, fostering a sense of belonging and responsibility among its students.
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 204
- Boys
- 120
- Girls
- 84
- FSM %
- 38.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-02-03
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 204 | 120 | 84 | 210 | 38.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 199 | 105 | 94 | 210 | 37.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 202 | 110 | 92 | 210 | 39.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 202 | 110 | 92 | 210 | 39.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 207 | 114 | 93 | 210 | 42.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 204 | 109 | 95 | 210 | 39.70 |
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