Penwortham Primary School
98%
Capacity
205
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Penwortham Primary School
Penwortham 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 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Penwortham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Penarski, 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 4049th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 35 in South Ribble.
Penwortham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 29 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Penwortham Primary School include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Dance, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Ribble, Penwortham 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 | Crookings Lane, Preston, South Ribble, PR1 0HU |
| Headteacher | Kate Penarski |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.7% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 210 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 8 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4049th of 13,686
Nationally
584th of 2,065
In North West
13th of 35
In South Ribble
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Crookings Lane, Preston
South Ribble, PR1 0HU
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