Goosnargh Whitechapel Primary School
97%
Capacity
102
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Goosnargh Whitechapel Primary School
Goosnargh Whitechapel 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 102 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Goosnargh Whitechapel Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Noblett, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11661st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 45 in Preston.
Goosnargh Whitechapel Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 15 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Hearing Impairment, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Goosnargh Whitechapel Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Preston, Goosnargh Whitechapel 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 | Church Lane, Whitechapel Primary School, Preston, Preston, PR3 2EP |
| Headteacher | Nicola Noblett |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 102 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.9% |
| School Capacity | 102 / 105 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11661st of 13,686
Nationally
1713th of 2,065
In North West
34th of 45
In Preston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
45%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
52
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Whitechapel Primary School, Preston
Preston, PR3 2EP
Church Lane, Whitechapel Primary School, Preston
Preston, PR3 2EP
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