Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School
68%
Capacity
136
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School
Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Fylde community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 136 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Claire Panther, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12796th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 21 in Fylde.
Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 33 applications for 13 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Athletics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Fylde, Medlar-with-Wesham 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 | Garstang Road North, Preston, Fylde, PR4 3DE |
| Headteacher | Claire Panther |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 136 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.5% |
| School Capacity | 136 / 200 (68% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Aug 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12796th of 13,686
Nationally
1904th of 2,065
In North West
21st of 21
In Fylde
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
37%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
33
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Medlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Garstang Road North, Preston
Fylde, PR4 3DE
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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