Walton-le-Dale Community Primary School
URN: 119286 • Preston PR5 4TD
Overview
- Name
- Walton-le-Dale Community Primary School
- URN
- 119286
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christopher Shields (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772335065
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Severn Drive, Preston PR5 4TD
Summary
Walton-le-Dale Community Primary School, located in Preston, Lancashire, is a mixed community school with a current enrolment of 444 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is dedicated to fostering a secure and stimulating environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their best. The curriculum is designed to be inclusive and research-driven, promoting high academic standards alongside personal development.
The school places a strong emphasis on British Values, encouraging pupils to engage with democracy through school council elections and community involvement. Students learn about the rule of law and are taught to develop a strong sense of morality and respect for others. The school actively promotes a culture of compassion, resilience, and healthy choices, ensuring that all children are treated equally and feel valued.
Walton-le-Dale Community Primary School prioritises close partnerships with parents and the local community, aiming to provide a holistic education that prepares children for life in a diverse society. The school also offers additional support services, including Special Educational Needs (SEND) provisions and after-school clubs, to cater to the varied needs of its pupils.
The school places a strong emphasis on British Values, encouraging pupils to engage with democracy through school council elections and community involvement. Students learn about the rule of law and are taught to develop a strong sense of morality and respect for others. The school actively promotes a culture of compassion, resilience, and healthy choices, ensuring that all children are treated equally and feel valued.
Walton-le-Dale Community Primary School prioritises close partnerships with parents and the local community, aiming to provide a holistic education that prepares children for life in a diverse society. The school also offers additional support services, including Special Educational Needs (SEND) provisions and after-school clubs, to cater to the varied needs of its pupils.
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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
- 420
- Pupils
- 444
- Boys
- 217
- Girls
- 227
- FSM %
- 14.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 444 | 217 | 227 | 420 | 14.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 431 | 209 | 222 | 420 | 14.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 434 | 211 | 223 | 420 | 12.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 434 | 211 | 223 | 420 | 12.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 435 | 209 | 226 | 420 | 10.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 443 | 217 | 226 | 420 | 9.70 |
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