Longridge St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Primary School

URN: 119636 • Preston PR3 3WQ

Overview

Name
Longridge St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Primary School
URN
119636
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John McHugh (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01772782394
Website
Visit
Address
St Wilfrid's Terrace, Preston PR3 3WQ

Summary

Longridge St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Longridge, Preston, within the Diocese of Salford. Established in 1871, the school welcomes children of all faiths and backgrounds, fostering a community grounded in the Gospel values of love and forgiveness. The school aims to help every child reach their full potential in a nurturing environment, emphasizing learning, fun, and friendship.

With a current enrollment of 199 pupils and a capacity of 210, St Wilfrid's promotes a vibrant school culture that encourages personal and spiritual growth. The school is also recognized as a UNICEF Rights Respecting School, which highlights its commitment to children's rights and well-being.

Support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is provided by the SENCo, Mrs Pemberton, who is also the Mental Health Champion. The school prioritizes mental health and well-being, ensuring that all children receive the necessary support. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
199
Boys
113
Girls
86
FSM %
25.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 199 113 86 210 25.60
2024-09-11 198 110 88 210 24.70
2023-09-11 190 112 78 210 21.10
2022-09-11 190 112 78 210 21.10
2021-09-11 174 99 75 210 16.70
2020-09-11 187 102 85 210 12.80

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