Kirkham and Wesham Primary School
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Kirkham and Wesham Primary School
Kirkham and Wesham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Fylde community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Kirkham and Wesham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Smethurst, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5700th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 21 in Fylde.
Kirkham and Wesham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 23 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kirkham and Wesham Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Art Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Fylde, Kirkham and Wesham 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 | Nelson Street, Preston, Fylde, PR4 2JP |
| Headteacher | Jane Smethurst |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.2% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5700th of 13,686
Nationally
825th of 2,065
In North West
10th of 21
In Fylde
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
66%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
77
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kirkham and Wesham Primary School
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Contact Information
Nelson Street, Preston
Fylde, PR4 2JP
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