St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh
URN: 119633 • Preston PR3 2FJ
Overview
- Name
- St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh
- URN
- 119633
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Deakin (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772865369
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Hill, Preston PR3 2FJ
Summary
St Francis Catholic Primary School, located in Goosnargh, Preston, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed-gender enrolment of 104 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 105. The school is committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment, guided by its Catholic ethos. The mission encourages students to embody the teachings of Jesus, promoting values of care, resilience, and community spirit.
The curriculum at St Francis is designed to develop the whole child, incorporating a variety of enrichment activities both inside and outside the classroom. The school emphasizes the importance of collaboration with families, the local parish, and the wider community, creating a dynamic learning atmosphere where children can thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.
Headteacher Miss Deakin highlights the school's focus on nurturing individual talents and interests, ensuring that each child feels valued and included. St Francis also collaborates with St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, enhancing opportunities for shared experiences and learning. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, and visits are welcomed by appointment.
The curriculum at St Francis is designed to develop the whole child, incorporating a variety of enrichment activities both inside and outside the classroom. The school emphasizes the importance of collaboration with families, the local parish, and the wider community, creating a dynamic learning atmosphere where children can thrive academically, socially, and spiritually.
Headteacher Miss Deakin highlights the school's focus on nurturing individual talents and interests, ensuring that each child feels valued and included. St Francis also collaborates with St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, enhancing opportunities for shared experiences and learning. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school, and visits are welcomed by appointment.
Useful links
- St. Francis’ Governors (governance)
- Foundation Governors (governance)
- Governor Attendance (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- HRSE Policy (download)
- Prayer and Liturgy Policy 2023 2024 (download)
- RE Curriculum Nursery & Pre-School (download)
- RE INTENTION WHOLE SCHOOL (download)
- RE Policy (download)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 104
- Boys
- 52
- Girls
- 52
- FSM %
- 6.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 104 | 52 | 52 | 105 | 6.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 103 | 56 | 47 | 105 | 6.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 93 | 49 | 44 | 105 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 93 | 49 | 44 | 105 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 90 | 43 | 47 | 105 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 88 | 40 | 48 | 105 | 0.00 |
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