Newton Bluecoat Church of England Primary School

URN: 119805 • Preston PR4 3RT

Overview

Name
Newton Bluecoat Church of England Primary School
URN
119805
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
60.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Elizabeth Robinson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01772684415
Website
Visit
Address
School Lane, Preston PR4 3RT

Summary

Newton Bluecoat Church of England Primary School, located in Preston, Lancashire, is a voluntary aided primary school with a capacity of 210 pupils and currently serves 208 students. The school has a rich history, having been established in 1707, and is committed to fostering a caring and supportive environment where children are encouraged to achieve their personal best. The school’s ethos is rooted in its Christian values, promoting confidence, resilience, and independence among its pupils.

The curriculum at Newton Bluecoat is designed to be engaging and stimulating, aimed at preparing children for future educational challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on nurturing creativity and critical thinking, ensuring that each child feels valued and inspired in their learning journey. The nursery, known as Little Blues, provides a solid foundation for early education, continuing through to Key Stage 2.

Community engagement is a key aspect of the school’s approach, with strong partnerships between staff, parents, and the local church. The headteacher, Mrs Elizabeth Robinson, encourages prospective families to visit the school to experience its welcoming atmosphere firsthand.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
208
Boys
106
Girls
102
FSM %
11.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 208 106 102 210 11.60
2024-09-11 218 119 99 210 12.80
2023-09-11 215 119 96 210 11.60
2022-09-11 215 119 96 210 11.60
2021-09-11 211 120 91 210 8.10
2020-09-11 224 122 102 210 7.70

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