Hesketh-With-Becconsall All Saints CofE School
74%
Capacity
172
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Hesketh-With-Becconsall All Saints CofE School
Hesketh-With-Becconsall All Saints CofE School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Lancashire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 172 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hesketh-With-Becconsall All Saints CofE School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Rachael Ainsworth, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
Hesketh-With-Becconsall All Saints CofE School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 14 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Hesketh-With-Becconsall All Saints CofE School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Gymnastics, Dance, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Art Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lancashire, Hesketh-With-Becconsall All Saints CofE 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 | Shore Road, Shore Road, Preston, West Lancashire, PR4 6RD |
| Headteacher | Rachael Ainsworth |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 172 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.1% |
| School Capacity | 172 / 233 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 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
Shore Road, Shore Road, Preston
West Lancashire, PR4 6RD
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