Cottam Primary School

About Cottam Primary School

Cottam Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Preston community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 280 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 308 places).

Ofsted has rated Cottam Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kellie Rainford, it falls under Lancashire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6640th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 45 in Preston.

Cottam Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 172 applications for 60 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.

Cottam Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (67 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Cottam Primary School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Gardening, Art Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Preston, Cottam 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.

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