Royal Cross Primary School
URN: 133688 • Preston PR2 1NT
Overview
- Name
- Royal Cross Primary School
- URN
- 133688
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 58.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sofia Parveen (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01772729705
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Elswick Road, Preston PR2 1NT
Summary
Royal Cross Primary School is a community special school located in Preston, Lancashire, specifically designed for deaf children. With a current enrolment of 31 pupils and a capacity of 42, the school provides a tailored educational experience that fosters the development of confident and independent learners. The school has a strong ethos centered on creating a supportive and nurturing environment, aiming to empower its students and prepare them for the modern world.
The curriculum at Royal Cross is designed to meet the unique needs of deaf children, incorporating British Sign Language and a range of subjects, including English, Maths, and Science. The school emphasizes the importance of personal and social development, encouraging students to become responsible citizens. Additionally, the school offers various enrichment activities and support services, including outreach programs and mental health resources, to ensure comprehensive care for its pupils.
Royal Cross Primary School has maintained its "Outstanding" rating from the previous OFSTED inspection in June 2019, with a recent inspection in March 2025 confirming the school's commitment to high standards. The school actively promotes strong family relationships and community involvement, making it a vital resource for families of deaf children in the area.
The curriculum at Royal Cross is designed to meet the unique needs of deaf children, incorporating British Sign Language and a range of subjects, including English, Maths, and Science. The school emphasizes the importance of personal and social development, encouraging students to become responsible citizens. Additionally, the school offers various enrichment activities and support services, including outreach programs and mental health resources, to ensure comprehensive care for its pupils.
Royal Cross Primary School has maintained its "Outstanding" rating from the previous OFSTED inspection in June 2019, with a recent inspection in March 2025 confirming the school's commitment to high standards. The school actively promotes strong family relationships and community involvement, making it a vital resource for families of deaf children in the area.
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- Information on Governors (inc Terms of Appointment, Finance and Business Interests) (governance)
- Nominated Governors (governance)
- Parent Governor Vacancies (governance)
- SEN / Local Offer (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
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
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 42
- Pupils
- 31
- Boys
- 16
- Girls
- 15
- FSM %
- 51.60
- Open date
- 2001-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-06-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 31 | 16 | 15 | 42 | 51.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 26 | 12 | 14 | 42 | 50.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 26 | 13 | 13 | 42 | 65.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 26 | 13 | 13 | 42 | 65.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 27 | 13 | 14 | 42 | 55.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 21 | 11 | 10 | 38.10 |
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