Lostock Hall Community Primary School
100%
Capacity
428
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Lostock Hall Community Primary School
Lostock Hall Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Ribble community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 428 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 426 places).
Ofsted has rated Lostock Hall Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Webb, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2438th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 35 in South Ribble.
Lostock Hall Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 59 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lostock Hall Community Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Ribble, Lostock Hall Community 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 | Linden Drive, Preston, South Ribble, PR5 5AS |
| Headteacher | Laura Webb |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 428 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.3% |
| School Capacity | 428 / 426 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2438th of 13,686
Nationally
331st of 2,065
In North West
4th of 35
In South Ribble
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
76%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed59
123
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 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.
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Contact Information
Linden Drive, Preston
South Ribble, PR5 5AS
Journey to School
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