Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School
101%
Capacity
213
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School
Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Preston community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 213 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stuart Booth, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3581st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 45 in Preston.
Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (62 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Dance, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Eco Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Preston, Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Preston Road, Preston, Preston, PR2 5SD |
| Headteacher | Stuart Booth |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 213 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.6% |
| School Capacity | 213 / 210 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3581st of 13,686
Nationally
505th of 2,065
In North West
10th of 45
In Preston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
72%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
62 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
85
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Preston Road, Preston
Preston, PR2 5SD
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