Archbishop Temple Church of England High School
URN: 119814 • Preston PR2 8RA
Overview
- Name
- Archbishop Temple Church of England High School
- URN
- 119814
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 53.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ivan Catlow (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772717782
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- St Vincent's Road, Preston PR2 8RA
Summary
Archbishop Temple Church of England High School is a voluntary aided secondary school located in Preston, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 837 pupils aged 11-16. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education rooted in its Christian ethos, which emphasises respect, compassion, and self-discipline. This framework supports the school's aim to help every pupil reach their full potential through a balanced curriculum that includes both academic and vocational pathways.
The school prides itself on its strong pastoral care, ensuring that students feel supported and valued within a welcoming environment. Regular acts of worship and community involvement are integral to the school's culture, fostering a sense of belonging and service among pupils. In 2023, 87% of students achieved five good GCSEs, including English and Maths, reflecting the school's commitment to academic excellence.
Archbishop Temple also encourages active participation in extracurricular activities and community service, with pupils frequently engaging in fundraising for various causes. This holistic approach to education not only prepares students academically but also nurtures their personal development and social responsibility.
The school prides itself on its strong pastoral care, ensuring that students feel supported and valued within a welcoming environment. Regular acts of worship and community involvement are integral to the school's culture, fostering a sense of belonging and service among pupils. In 2023, 87% of students achieved five good GCSEs, including English and Maths, reflecting the school's commitment to academic excellence.
Archbishop Temple also encourages active participation in extracurricular activities and community service, with pupils frequently engaging in fundraising for various causes. This holistic approach to education not only prepares students academically but also nurtures their personal development and social responsibility.
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Nearby alternatives
- Broughton High School (74.6)
- All Hallows Catholic High School (71.4)
- Eden Boys' School, Preston (69.2)
- Penwortham Girls' High School (67.1)
- Preston Muslim Girls High School (65.5)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 830
- Pupils
- 837
- Boys
- 412
- Girls
- 425
- FSM %
- 11.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-09-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 837 | 412 | 425 | 830 | 11.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 775 | 385 | 390 | 830 | 8.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 789 | 411 | 378 | 775 | 7.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 789 | 411 | 378 | 775 | 7.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 785 | 411 | 374 | 775 | 6.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 774 | 411 | 363 | 775 | 5.90 |
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