Sherwood Primary School
URN: 119339 • Preston PR2 9GA
Overview
- Name
- Sherwood Primary School
- URN
- 119339
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 76.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jodie Lumb (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772719093
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sherwood Way, Preston PR2 9GA
Summary
Sherwood Primary School is a mixed community school located in Preston, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 427 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. The ethos of Sherwood is encapsulated in its mission statement, which emphasizes the importance of individuality and collective growth within the school community.
The curriculum at Sherwood is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, covering core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside the arts and physical education. The school prioritises high expectations and personalised support, ensuring that each child's academic and personal development is catered for. Various extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities are also available, promoting a well-rounded education.
Sherwood Primary School values strong partnerships with families and the wider community, working collaboratively to support children's learning and wellbeing. The school places a strong emphasis on behaviour, respect, and the values of living in Britain, aiming to instill these principles in all students throughout their educational journey.
The curriculum at Sherwood is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, covering core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside the arts and physical education. The school prioritises high expectations and personalised support, ensuring that each child's academic and personal development is catered for. Various extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities are also available, promoting a well-rounded education.
Sherwood Primary School values strong partnerships with families and the wider community, working collaboratively to support children's learning and wellbeing. The school places a strong emphasis on behaviour, respect, and the values of living in Britain, aiming to instill these principles in all students throughout their educational journey.
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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
- 420
- Pupils
- 427
- Boys
- 216
- Girls
- 211
- FSM %
- 9.60
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2012-05-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 427 | 216 | 211 | 420 | 9.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 426 | 215 | 211 | 420 | 7.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 421 | 208 | 213 | 420 | 6.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 421 | 208 | 213 | 420 | 6.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 422 | 206 | 216 | 420 | 6.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 423 | 212 | 211 | 420 | 5.00 |
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