Great Eccleston Copp CofE Primary School
82%
Capacity
168
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Great Eccleston Copp CofE Primary School
Great Eccleston Copp CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 168 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 205 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Great Eccleston Copp CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrea Loughran, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4418th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 35 in Wyre.
Great Eccleston Copp CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 25 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Great Eccleston Copp CofE Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Swimming, Tennis, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, Great Eccleston Copp CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Copp Lane, Preston, Wyre, PR3 0ZN |
| Headteacher | Andrea Loughran |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 168 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.5% |
| School Capacity | 168 / 205 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4418th of 13,686
Nationally
636th of 2,065
In North West
16th of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
70%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 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
Copp Lane, Preston
Wyre, PR3 0ZN
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