Carter's Charity Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Preesall
83%
Capacity
174
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Carter's Charity Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Preesall
Carter's Charity Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Preesall is a state-funded None primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 174 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Carter's Charity Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Preesall "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Brendan Hassett, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8007th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 35 in Wyre.
Carter's Charity Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Preesall is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 16 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Carter's Charity Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Preesall include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, Carter's Charity Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Preesall 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Pilling Lane, 253 Pilling Lane, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Wyre, FY6 0HH |
| Headteacher | Brendan Hassett |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 174 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.0% |
| School Capacity | 174 / 210 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8007th of 13,686
Nationally
1137th of 2,065
In North West
28th of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carter's Charity Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Preesall
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Contact Information
Pilling Lane, 253 Pilling Lane, Poulton-Le-Fylde
Wyre, FY6 0HH
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