Deepdale Community Primary School
102%
Capacity
699
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Deepdale Community Primary School
Deepdale Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Preston community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 699 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 682 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Deepdale Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nawal Mirza, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4563rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 45 in Preston.
Deepdale Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 77 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Deepdale Community Primary School include Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Rounders, Dance, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Preston, Deepdale Community 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | St Stephens Road, Preston, Preston, PR1 6TD |
| Headteacher | Nawal Mirza |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 699 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.1% |
| School Capacity | 699 / 682 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4563rd of 13,686
Nationally
655th of 2,065
In North West
13th of 45
In Preston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
69%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed77
131
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Stephens Road, Preston
Preston, PR1 6TD
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