Kennington Primary School
101%
Capacity
247
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Kennington Primary School
Kennington 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 247 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 245 places).
Ofsted has rated Kennington Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Pritchard, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9575th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 45 in Preston.
Kennington Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 34 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 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 Kennington Primary School include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Preston, Kennington 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 | Kennington Road, Preston, Preston, PR2 8ER |
| Headteacher | Simon Pritchard |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 247 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.5% |
| School Capacity | 247 / 245 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9575th of 13,686
Nationally
1393rd of 2,065
In North West
25th of 45
In Preston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
54%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
82
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kennington Road, Preston
Preston, PR2 8ER
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