Preston Primary School
89%
Capacity
216
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Preston Primary School
Preston Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stockton-on-Tees community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 216 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 242 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Preston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sue Richardson, it falls under Stockton-on-Tees local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1070th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 55 in Stockton-on-Tees.
Preston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 22 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Preston Primary School include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Book Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockton-on-Tees, Preston Primary School is one of the options available in the North East 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Laurel Road, Stockton-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees, TS16 0BE |
| Headteacher | Sue Richardson |
| Local Authority | Stockton-on-Tees |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.3% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 242 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Mar 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1070th of 13,686
Nationally
54th of 677
In North East
9th of 55
In Stockton-on-Tees
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
83%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Laurel Road, Stockton-on-Tees
Stockton-on-Tees, TS16 0BE
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