Penwortham Middleforth Church of England Primary School
URN: 119382 • Preston PR1 9YE
Overview
- Name
- Penwortham Middleforth Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 119382
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicola Pilkington (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772746024
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hill Road South, Preston PR1 9YE
Summary
Penwortham Middleforth Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Preston, Lancashire, with a capacity of 210 pupils. The school promotes a Christian ethos, encouraging students to embody values such as responsibility and care for one another. Daily worship and engagement with Bible stories are integral to the school's culture, fostering a sense of community and moral development.
The curriculum at Middleforth is designed to be interesting, challenging, and inclusive, offering a variety of learning opportunities both in the classroom and through outdoor facilities. The school places a strong emphasis on educational visits and community involvement, enhancing the learning experience and helping students develop essential life skills.
Collaboration with families is a key aspect of the school's approach, ensuring that children receive the support they need to thrive. Regular communication through newsletters and an open-door policy for discussions about student progress further strengthens the partnership between the school and parents. Visitors are always welcome to experience the school's warm atmosphere and commitment to quality education.
The curriculum at Middleforth is designed to be interesting, challenging, and inclusive, offering a variety of learning opportunities both in the classroom and through outdoor facilities. The school places a strong emphasis on educational visits and community involvement, enhancing the learning experience and helping students develop essential life skills.
Collaboration with families is a key aspect of the school's approach, ensuring that children receive the support they need to thrive. Regular communication through newsletters and an open-door policy for discussions about student progress further strengthens the partnership between the school and parents. Visitors are always welcome to experience the school's warm atmosphere and commitment to quality education.
Useful links
- Governor's Structure (governance)
- Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Disability Information (sen)
- Calendar Rock Steady13th Oct13:00Whole School Church Service16th Oct00:00Rock Steady20th Oct13:00 (calendar)
- Middleforth Primary School (other)
- Reception (other)
- Year 1 (other)
- Classes (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 210
- Boys
- 102
- Girls
- 108
- FSM %
- 19.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 210 | 102 | 108 | 210 | 19.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 205 | 102 | 103 | 210 | 18.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 202 | 105 | 97 | 210 | 13.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 202 | 105 | 97 | 210 | 13.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 204 | 106 | 98 | 210 | 14.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 208 | 113 | 95 | 210 | 13.50 |
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