St Michael's-On-Wyre Church of England Primary School & Nursery
77%
Capacity
109
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Michael's-On-Wyre Church of England Primary School & Nursery
St Michael's-On-Wyre Church of England Primary School & Nursery is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 109 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Michael's-On-Wyre Church of England Primary School & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Diane Carroll, 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 12820th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 35 in Wyre.
St Michael's-On-Wyre Church of England Primary School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 25 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Michael's-On-Wyre Church of England Primary School & Nursery include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, St Michael's-On-Wyre Church of England Primary School & Nursery 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Hall Lane, St. Michael's-on-Wyre Ce Primary, St Michael's-on-Wyre, Preston, Wyre, PR3 0UA |
| Headteacher | Diane Carroll |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 109 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.1% |
| School Capacity | 109 / 142 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12820th of 13,686
Nationally
1909th of 2,065
In North West
34th of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Michael's-On-Wyre Church of England Primary School & Nursery
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Contact Information
Hall Lane, St. Michael's-on-Wyre Ce Primary, St Michael's-on-Wyre, Preston
Wyre, PR3 0UA
Hall Lane, St. Michael's-on-Wyre Ce Primary, St Michael's-on-Wyre, Preston
Wyre, PR3 0UA
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