Ashton-on-Ribble St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
100%
Capacity
420
Pupils
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Demand
About Ashton-on-Ribble St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
Ashton-on-Ribble St Andrew's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Preston community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 420 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Ashton-on-Ribble St Andrew's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Scott Martland, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1877th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 45 in Preston.
Ashton-on-Ribble St Andrew's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 147 applications for 59 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
Ashton-on-Ribble St Andrew's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (103 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ashton-on-Ribble St Andrew's Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Cross Country, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Preston, Ashton-on-Ribble St Andrew's Church of England Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Tulketh Road, Preston, Preston, PR2 1EQ |
| Headteacher | Scott Martland |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 420 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.9% |
| School Capacity | 420 / 420 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1877th of 13,686
Nationally
237th of 2,065
In North West
7th of 45
In Preston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
78%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
103 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
147
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ashton-on-Ribble St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Tulketh Road, Preston
Preston, PR2 1EQ
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