Penwortham Broad Oak Primary School
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Penwortham Broad Oak Primary School
Penwortham Broad Oak 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 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Penwortham Broad Oak Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Barton, 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 12802nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 35 in South Ribble.
Penwortham Broad Oak Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 28 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Penwortham Broad Oak Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Ribble, Penwortham Broad Oak 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 | Pope Lane, Preston, South Ribble, PR1 9DE |
| Headteacher | Sarah Barton |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.3% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12802nd of 13,686
Nationally
1905th of 2,065
In North West
32nd of 35
In South Ribble
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pope Lane, Preston
South Ribble, PR1 9DE
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