Nateby Primary School
76%
Capacity
80
Pupils
14.5x
Demand
About Nateby Primary School
Nateby Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 80 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Nateby Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Smith, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7221st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 35 in Wyre.
Nateby Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 2 places, making it 14.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 1 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Nateby Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Netball, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, Nateby 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 | Longmoor Lane, Garstang, Preston, Wyre, PR3 0JH |
| Headteacher | Helen Smith |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 80 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.0% |
| School Capacity | 80 / 105 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7221st of 13,686
Nationally
1037th of 2,065
In North West
26th of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
62%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed2
29
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
1 families put this school as their 1st choice (3% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nateby Primary School
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Contact Information
Longmoor Lane, Garstang, Preston
Wyre, PR3 0JH
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