St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Great Eccleston
URN: 149264 • Preston PR3 0ZJ
Overview
- Name
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Great Eccleston
- URN
- 149264
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE BLESSED EDWARD BAMBER CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 35.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennifer Birch (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01995670364
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- St Mary's Road, Preston PR3 0ZJ
Summary
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, located in Great Eccleston, Preston, is a small mixed academy with a current enrollment of 47 pupils aged 4-11. The school operates within the Blessed Edward Bamber Multi Academy Trust and is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment that reflects its Catholic ethos. The school’s mission emphasizes the importance of kindness, tolerance, and compassion, aiming to help every child reach their full potential.
The school facilities are well-maintained, with a single-level layout and a rich history dating back to 1732. St Mary's offers a curriculum that exceeds the recommended minimum hours of education per week, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. The school has received positive evaluations from both OFSTED and the Catholic School Inspectorate, highlighting its supportive atmosphere where pupils feel happy and safe.
St Mary's serves the local community, including the surrounding villages, and maintains strong links with St Mary's Parish. The school encourages parental involvement and offers various support services, including a before and after school club, to foster a collaborative educational environment.
The school facilities are well-maintained, with a single-level layout and a rich history dating back to 1732. St Mary's offers a curriculum that exceeds the recommended minimum hours of education per week, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. The school has received positive evaluations from both OFSTED and the Catholic School Inspectorate, highlighting its supportive atmosphere where pupils feel happy and safe.
St Mary's serves the local community, including the surrounding villages, and maintains strong links with St Mary's Parish. The school encourages parental involvement and offers various support services, including a before and after school club, to foster a collaborative educational environment.
Useful links
- 26 Sept 25 (download)
- 3 OCT 25 (download)
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BLESSED EDWARD BAMBER CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 54
- Pupils
- 47
- Boys
- 24
- Girls
- 23
- FSM %
- 31.90
- Open date
- 2022-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 47 | 24 | 23 | 54 | 31.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 49 | 23 | 26 | 54 | 30.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 54 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 54 |
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