St Clare's Catholic Primary School, Preston

URN: 119587 • Preston PR2 9HH

Overview

Name
St Clare's Catholic Primary School, Preston
URN
119587
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anne Charnley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Sharoe Green Lane North, Preston PR2 9HH

Summary

St Clare's Catholic Primary School, located in Preston, Lancashire, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a mixed-gender student body of 254 pupils. The school is committed to providing a Christ-centred education, where every child is valued and respected. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of developing strong relationships with God and one another, fostering a supportive community for both students and families.

The curriculum at St Clare's focuses on holistic development, with an emphasis on speaking and listening skills as foundational elements of learning. Classes engage in various activities, such as storytelling and dictionary skills, to enhance literacy and communication. The school also offers opportunities for outdoor learning and team-building experiences, exemplified by trips like the one to Castlerigg, which help strengthen class bonds.

St Clare's prioritises individual care and character development, aiming to instil discipline and high standards in its students. The school actively encourages parental involvement and aims to be the first choice for families seeking quality primary education in the area.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
252
Pupils
254
Boys
132
Girls
122
FSM %
7.10
Open date
Close date
2022-11-30
Last Ofsted
2022-03-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 254 132 122 252 7.10
2024-09-11 254 132 122 252 7.10
2023-09-11 254 132 122 252 7.10
2022-09-11 254 132 122 252 7.10
2021-09-11 254 132 122 254 7.10
2020-09-11 252 132 120 252 4.80

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