Garstang Community Primary School
97%
Capacity
203
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Garstang Community Primary School
Garstang Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 203 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Garstang Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephanie Reeves, 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 6565th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 35 in Wyre.
Garstang Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 28 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Garstang Community Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Netball, Football, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Eco Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, Garstang 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Oak Road, Preston, Wyre, PR3 1HT |
| Headteacher | Stephanie Reeves |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.3% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 210 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6565th of 13,686
Nationally
939th of 2,065
In North West
23rd of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
22%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
63%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oak Road, Preston
Wyre, PR3 1HT
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