Pilling St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

URN: 119555 • Preston PR3 6HA

Overview

Name
Pilling St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN
119555
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jonathan Ratcliffe (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01253790282
Website
Visit
Address
Ladies Hill, Preston PR3 6HA

Summary

Pilling St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Preston, Lancashire, serves a mixed-gender population of 104 pupils, with a capacity of 105. The school is rooted in a rich history dating back to 1710, when land was bequeathed for the education of local children. Over the years, the school has evolved, adapting to educational reforms and community needs while maintaining its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment.

The school promotes core values of love, respect, responsibility, and perseverance, aiming to instill qualities such as thankfulness, compassion, and courage in its students. The curriculum is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on both academic and personal development, ensuring that children are equipped for future challenges.

Pilling St John's also prioritises community involvement, encouraging parental engagement and support. With a small student body, the school fosters a close-knit atmosphere where individual attention is given to each pupil, helping them to thrive both academically and socially. For more information, visit their website at http://www.pilling-st-johns.lancs.sch.uk/.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
104
Boys
51
Girls
53
FSM %
13.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 104 51 53 105 13.50
2024-09-11 100 49 51 105 16.00
2023-09-11 119 64 55 120 13.40
2022-09-11 119 64 55 120 13.40
2021-09-11 108 60 48 120 12.00
2020-09-11 115 62 53 120 17.40

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