English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Preston
100%
Capacity
236
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Preston
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Preston is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Preston community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 236 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Preston "Good", the school is led by headteacher Annalisa Howarth, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7657th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 45 in Preston.
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Preston is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 29 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Preston include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Netball, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Preston, English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Preston 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Sizer Street, Preston, Preston, PR1 7DR |
| Headteacher | Annalisa Howarth |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 236 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.9% |
| School Capacity | 236 / 236 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7657th of 13,686
Nationally
1086th of 2,065
In North West
23rd of 45
In Preston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
60%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sizer Street, Preston
Preston, PR1 7DR
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