Pool House Community Primary School
102%
Capacity
179
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Pool House Community Primary School
Pool House Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Preston community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 179 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 175 places).
Ofsted has rated Pool House Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Cole, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5012th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 45 in Preston.
Pool House Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 24 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe 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 Pool House Community Primary School include Forest School, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Cross Country, Dance, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Preston, Pool House 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 | Kidsgrove, Ingol, Preston, Preston, PR2 7BX |
| Headteacher | Julie Cole |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 179 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.1% |
| School Capacity | 179 / 175 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 May 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5012th of 13,686
Nationally
731st of 2,065
In North West
14th of 45
In Preston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
68%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed24
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pool House Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Kidsgrove, Ingol, Preston
Preston, PR2 7BX
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