The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham
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Capacity
210
Pupils
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Demand
About The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham
The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Fylde community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Robert Wylde, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Cricket, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Drama, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Fylde, The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham 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 | Victoria Road, Preston, Fylde, PR4 2BT |
| Headteacher | Robert Wylde |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2022): School remains Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Dec 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
85
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Victoria Road, Preston
Fylde, PR4 2BT
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