St Pius X Preparatory School
URN: 119822 • Preston PR2 8RD
Overview
- Name
- St Pius X Preparatory School
- URN
- 119822
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Charlie Long (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772719937
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 200 Garstang Road, Preston PR2 8RD
Summary
St Pius X Preparatory School is an independent co-educational institution located in Preston, Lancashire, catering to children aged 2 to 11 years. Established in 1955, the school aims to provide a nurturing environment that fosters the individual strengths and passions of each child. With a current enrolment of 126 pupils, the school has a capacity of 282, allowing for a close-knit community where personalized attention is a priority.
The curriculum at St Pius X is designed to be genuinely preparatory, focusing on the holistic development of students. This includes a strong academic foundation complemented by a diverse co-curricular programme that encourages exploration and creativity. The school also emphasizes the importance of community and values, aligning with its Catholic ethos.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various events, including open days and community activities. The school has a rich history and continues to celebrate achievements of its alumni, fostering a sense of pride and connection among current students and families.
The curriculum at St Pius X is designed to be genuinely preparatory, focusing on the holistic development of students. This includes a strong academic foundation complemented by a diverse co-curricular programme that encourages exploration and creativity. The school also emphasizes the importance of community and values, aligning with its Catholic ethos.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various events, including open days and community activities. The school has a rich history and continues to celebrate achievements of its alumni, fostering a sense of pride and connection among current students and families.
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Nearby alternatives
- Kirkham Pear Tree School (67.3)
- Cedar Lodge School (65.3)
- Progress School (63.8)
- Bracken School (62.7)
- University of Central Lancashire (58.7)
Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 282
- Pupils
- 126
- Boys
- 66
- Girls
- 60
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1957-11-11
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 126 | 66 | 60 | 282 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 115 | 57 | 58 | 282 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 126 | 76 | 50 | 282 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 126 | 76 | 50 | 282 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 115 | 66 | 49 | 282 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 120 | 68 | 52 | 282 | 0.00 |
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