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Schools in PR2

A postcode district in Lancashire

  • Postcode district
  • 69 schools and nurseries

In short: PR2 is a postcode district in Lancashire with 31 primary schools, 9 secondary schools and 30 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries6931 primary · 9 secondary · 30 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in PR2

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 PR2 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in PR2

31 in PR2, best first

Sherwood Primary School

Preston, PR2 9GA · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results well above the England average.

69 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1186%

England 62%

Days missed
3.8%
Pupils
425
Pupils per teacher
23.4
View school Sherwood Primary School

The Olive School, Preston

Preston, PR2 8DW · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

135 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1188%

England 62%

Days missed
4.5%
Pupils
421
Pupils per teacher
24.3
View school The Olive School, Preston
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Top Secondary Schools in PR2

9 in PR2, best first

Corpus Christi Catholic High School

Preston, PR2 8QY · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results well above the England average.

278 first choices, 151 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.1

England 46.2

Days missed
4.3%
Pupils
813
Pupils per teacher
16.3
View school Corpus Christi Catholic High School

Our Lady's Catholic High School

Preston, PR2 3SQ · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

163 first choices, 175 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.9

England 46.2

Days missed
5.9%
Pupils
902
Pupils per teacher
16.2
View school Our Lady's Catholic High School
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Nurseries in PR2

30 in PR2, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in PR2

1 in PR2, by the school's Eduscope score

Special Schools in PR2

5 in PR2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Royal Cross Primary School

Preston, PR2 1NT · Special · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
8.0%
Pupils
34
Pupils per teacher
8.7
View school Royal Cross Primary School

Moorbrook School

Preston, PR2 3DB · Special · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good in every area

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
36.9%
Pupils
84
Pupils per teacher
5.7
View school Moorbrook School

Pioneer TEC

Preston, PR2 2HW · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
4
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Pioneer TEC

Private Schools in PR2

4 in PR2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Pioneer TEC

Preston, PR2 2HW · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
4
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Pioneer TEC

New Focus Education

Preston, PR2 1AF · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 16

  • Ofsted:Needs attention in 5 areas

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
17
Pupils per teacher
–
View school New Focus Education

Highfield Priory School

Preston, PR2 5RW · 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
182
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Highfield Priory School
The map

Every school in PR2, 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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Fulwood and Cadley Primary School, Safeguarding not metHarris Primary School, Expected standard or betterKennington Primary School, GoodLea Community Primary School, Good in every areaBrookfield Community Primary School, GoodPreston Grange Primary School, Needs attention in 2 areasPreston Greenlands Community Primary School, Good in every areaMoor Nook Community Primary School, GoodThe Roebuck School, Needs attention in 2 areasAshton Primary School, Needs attention in 3 areasIngol Community Primary School, Expected standard in every areaQueen's Drive Primary School, Good in every areaPool House Community Primary School, GoodSherwood Primary School, Outstanding in every areaFulwood, St Peter's Church of England Primary School and Nursery, GoodGrimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Good or betterAshton-on-Ribble St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Good or betterAshton Community Science College, GoodOur Lady's Catholic High School, GoodCorpus Christi Catholic High School, Outstanding in every areaArchbishop Temple Church of England High School, Good in every areaSt Pius X Preparatory School, InspectedHighfield Priory School, InspectedMoorbrook School, Good in every areaLongsands Community Primary School, Needs attention in 3 areasRoyal Cross Primary School, OutstandingSir Tom Finney Community High School, GoodFulwood Academy, GoodThe Olive School, Preston, OutstandingPioneer TEC, GoodOur Lady and St Edward's Catholic Primary School, Preston, Expected standard or betterSt Bernard's Catholic Primary School, Preston, Needs attention in 3 areasSt Clare's Catholic Primary School, Preston, Expected standard or betterThe Blessed Sacrament Catholic Primary School, Preston, Needs attention in 5 areasSacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Preston, GoodNew Focus Education, Needs attention in 5 areasSt Anthony's Catholic Primary School, Preston, GoodSt Maria Goretti Catholic Primary School, Preston, GoodHoly Family Catholic Primary School, Ingol, Preston, GoodPool House Under 5's Nursery, Expected standard or betterTicTots Day Nursery & Creche, GoodPartou Fern Bank Day Nursery & Pre-School, GoodSmart Kids Childcare, Needs attention in 2 areasKids Planet Preston, OutstandingLittle Achievers Day Nursery, GoodTudor House Day Nursery @ Ribbleton, GoodNursery @ Lea, GoodBusy Bees Day Nursery at Preston Hospital, GoodCliff House Nursery, GoodBusy Bees Day Nursery at Preston Ashton House, Expected standard or betterLittle Acorns Pre-School, OutstandingTinkerbells Day Nursery, GoodThe Rainbow Nursery, GoodSt Andrew's Preschool Ashton, GoodKids Planet Fulwood, GoodLittle Stars Day Nursery, GoodAshbourne Day Nursery Ingol, GoodDiscovery Vine Childcare Centre - Longsands, GoodWonderland Day Nursery, OutstandingDiscovery Vine at Grimsargh St Michael's C of E Primary School, GoodEvergreen Early Years - Fulwood, OutstandingBuilding Blocks Child Care, OutstandingPartou Bluebells Day Nursery & Pre-School, GoodSt Anthony's Pre-School/Playgroup, GoodEvergreen Early Years - Ladyewell, GoodRainbow Wood Day Nursery, GoodHappy Minds at St Maria GorettiTudor House Day Nursery @ GrasshoppersNuh's Ark Nursery
  • Outstanding7
  • Good33
  • Not graded yet29
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

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Living here

What it's like for families

PR2 has 69 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 PR2

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How many schools are in PR2?

PR2 has 69 schools, including 31 primary schools, 9 secondary schools, 30 nurseries, 4 independent schools, 5 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 PR2?

The highest-ranked schools in PR2 on Eduscope are Sherwood Primary School, The Olive School, Preston, St Clare's Catholic Primary School, Preston. 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 PR2?

There are 4 independent schools in PR2. 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 PR2 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in PR2?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 69 schools in PR2 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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