Longridge Church of England Primary School
93%
Capacity
195
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Longridge Church of England Primary School
Longridge Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Ribble Valley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 195 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Longridge Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Parkin, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4352nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 25 in Ribble Valley.
Longridge Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 86 applications for 30 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Longridge Church of England Primary School include Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ribble Valley, Longridge 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 | Berry Lane, Preston, Ribble Valley, PR3 3JA |
| Headteacher | Catherine Parkin |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 195 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.0% |
| School Capacity | 195 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4352nd of 13,686
Nationally
627th of 2,065
In North West
15th of 25
In Ribble Valley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
70%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
86
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Longridge Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Berry Lane, Preston
Ribble Valley, PR3 3JA
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