Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
112%
Capacity
165
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 165 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 147 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Scholz, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3011th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 35 in Wyre.
Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 21 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School include Art Studios, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Gymnastics, Cricket, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Film Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided 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 | The Green, Garstang, Preston, Wyre, PR3 0HS |
| Headteacher | Andrew Scholz |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 165 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.1% |
| School Capacity | 165 / 147 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
3011th of 13,686
Nationally
431st of 2,065
In North West
8th of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
74%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
78
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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Contact Information
The Green, Garstang, Preston
Wyre, PR3 0HS
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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