Walton-le-Dale, St Leonard's Church of England Primary School
86%
Capacity
240
Pupils
3.9x
Demand
About Walton-le-Dale, St Leonard's Church of England Primary School
Walton-le-Dale, St Leonard's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Ribble community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 240 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 280 places).
Ofsted has rated Walton-le-Dale, St Leonard's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kay Proctor, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10641st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 35 in South Ribble.
Walton-le-Dale, St Leonard's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 25 places, making it 3.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
Walton-le-Dale, St Leonard's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (47 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Walton-le-Dale, St Leonard's Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Ribble, Walton-le-Dale, St Leonard's Church of England 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Walton Green, Preston, South Ribble, PR5 4JL |
| Headteacher | Kay Proctor |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 240 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.3% |
| School Capacity | 240 / 280 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10641st of 13,686
Nationally
1560th of 2,065
In North West
28th of 35
In South Ribble
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
47 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
9Facilities 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
98
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walton-le-Dale, St Leonard's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Walton Green, Preston
South Ribble, PR5 4JL
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