St Mary's and St Benedict's Roman Catholic Primary School
85%
Capacity
267
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About St Mary's and St Benedict's Roman Catholic Primary School
St Mary's and St Benedict's Roman Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the South Ribble community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 267 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Mary's and St Benedict's Roman Catholic Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Ballard, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 36% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12901st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 35 in South Ribble.
St Mary's and St Benedict's Roman Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
St Mary's and St Benedict's Roman Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 56% recommending the school (27 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's and St Benedict's Roman Catholic Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Cricket, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Film Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Ribble, St Mary's and St Benedict's Roman Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Brownedge Lane, Preston, South Ribble, PR5 6TA |
| Headteacher | Daniel Ballard |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 267 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.1% |
| School Capacity | 267 / 315 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (36%)
12901st of 13,686
Nationally
1924th of 2,065
In North West
33rd of 35
In South Ribble
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
36%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
36%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
27 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's and St Benedict's Roman Catholic Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Brownedge Lane, Preston
South Ribble, PR5 6TA
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