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Schools in PR1

A postcode district in Lancashire

  • Postcode district
  • 60 schools and nurseries

In short: PR1 is a postcode district in Lancashire with 27 primary schools, 10 secondary schools and 22 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries6027 primary · 10 secondary · 22 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in PR1

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All PR1 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in PR1

27 in PR1, best first

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Top Secondary Schools in PR1

10 in PR1, best first

Preston Muslim Girls High School

Preston, PR1 5BY · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16 · Girls

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

141 first choices, 120 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1661.7

England 46.2

Days missed
4.9%
Pupils
607
Pupils per teacher
15.1
View school Preston Muslim Girls High School

Penwortham Girls' High School

Preston, PR1 0SR · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16 · Girls

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

159 first choices, 161 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1655.4

England 46.2

Days missed
5.9%
Pupils
799
Pupils per teacher
17.2
View school Penwortham Girls' High School

All Hallows Catholic High School

Preston, PR1 0LN · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

201 first choices, 171 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1653.6

England 46.2

Days missed
5.3%
Pupils
911
Pupils per teacher
15.9
View school All Hallows Catholic High School
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Nurseries in PR1

22 in PR1, highest Ofsted grade first

Tinkerbells

Preston, PR1 9XR · Nursery

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.

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Sixth Forms in PR1

2 in PR1, by the school's Eduscope score

Abrar Academy

Preston, PR1 1NA · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 21 · Boys

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results well above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1657.2

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
81
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Abrar Academy

Special Schools in PR1

2 in PR1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Acorns Primary School

Preston, PR1 6AU · Special · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
12.4%
Pupils
93
Pupils per teacher
8.2
View school Acorns Primary School

Private Schools in PR1

3 in PR1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Imam Muhammad Zakariya School

Preston, PR1 3TN · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
136
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Imam Muhammad Zakariya School

Abrar Academy

Preston, PR1 1NA · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 21 · Boys

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results well above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1657.2

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
81
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Abrar Academy
The map

Every school in PR1, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Stoneygate Nursery School, GoodLarches High School, GoodPenwortham Primary School, Needs attention in 3 areasDeepdale Community Primary School, Expected standard in every areaEldon Primary School, Needs attention in 1 areaBrockholes Wood Community Primary School and Nursery, GoodFrenchwood Community Primary School, Needs attention in 4 areasRibbleton Avenue Infant School, Good in every areaHolme Slack Community Primary School, Needs attention in 2 areasKingsfold Primary School, GoodWhitefield Primary School, GoodFishwick Primary School, Requires improvement in 4 areasPenwortham Broad Oak Primary School, GoodRibbleton Avenue Methodist Junior School, Needs attention in 1 areaSt Stephen's CofE School, GoodCop Lane Church of England Primary School, Penwortham, GoodHowick Church Endowed Primary School, Strong standard in every areaPenwortham Middleforth Church of England Primary School, GoodEnglish Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Preston, GoodSt Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Preston, GoodSt Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School, Requires improvementPenwortham, St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, GoodPenwortham Girls' High School, OutstandingMoor Park High School, Needs attention in 3 areasAll Hallows Catholic High School, OutstandingImam Muhammad Zakariya School, InspectedAcorns Primary School, Outstanding in every areaAbrar Academy, InspectedPreston Muslim Girls High School, OutstandingPenwortham Priory Academy, GoodEden Boys' School, Preston, OutstandingSt Matthew's Church of England Primary Academy, Requires improvement in 2 areasLancaster University School of Mathematics, OutstandingSt Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Preston, Expected standard in every areaSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Preston, Expected standard or betterSt Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Preston, Needs attention in 3 areasChrist The King Catholic High School, Needs attention in 3 areasSt Ignatius' Catholic Primary School, Preston, GoodLi'l Champs, GoodOxford Gems Nursery, GoodTinkerbells, OutstandingCarey Childcare Centre, GoodHolme from Home Pre-school, GoodBusy Bears Day Nursery, GoodLittle Achievers Urban Forest School Nursery, GoodKensington Nursery, GoodSmall Wonders Nursery, GoodMini's Daycare, GoodMaahad Neighbourhood Nursery, GoodSilver Cloud Nursery Penwortham, GoodNursery @ Whitefield, GoodWhitefriars Childrens Nursery Ltd, GoodUniversity Of Central Lancashire Pre-School Centre, OutstandingChildsplay Day Nursery, Needs attention in 5 areasLittle Wonders Nursery and Educational Services Ltd., GoodLittle Sparkles Nursery, OutstandingTicTots Day Nursery & Creche, GoodShining Stars NurseryKids Planet PenworthamWalney House Independent School
  • Outstanding8
  • Good29
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not graded yet22
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

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What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every PR1 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

PR1 has 60 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about PR1

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How many schools are in PR1?

PR1 has 60 schools, including 27 primary schools, 10 secondary schools, 22 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in PR1?

The highest-ranked schools in PR1 on Eduscope are Preston Muslim Girls High School, Howick Church Endowed Primary School, Penwortham Girls' High School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in PR1?

There are 3 independent schools in PR1. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in PR1 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in PR1?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 60 schools in PR1 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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