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Schools in PR4

A postcode district in Lancashire

  • Postcode district
  • 64 schools and nurseries

In short: PR4 is a postcode district in Lancashire with 35 primary schools, 7 secondary schools and 25 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries6435 primary · 7 secondary · 25 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in PR4

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 PR4 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in PR4

35 in PR4, best first

Longton Primary School

Preston, PR4 5YA · State · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good or better

Results well above the England average.

22 first choices, 23 offers made

Met the standard at 1183%

England 62%

Days missed
2.8%
Pupils
213
Pupils per teacher
25.1
View school Longton Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in PR4

7 in PR4, best first

Tarleton Academy

Preston, PR4 6AQ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

129 first choices, 137 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1642.5

England 46.2

Days missed
9.5%
Pupils
674
Pupils per teacher
18.2
View school Tarleton Academy

Carr Hill High School

Preston, PR4 2ST · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement

Results below the England average.

144 first choices, 155 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1641.3

England 46.2

Days missed
9.3%
Pupils
790
Pupils per teacher
16.9
View school Carr Hill High School
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Nurseries in PR4

25 in PR4, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in PR4

4 in PR4, by the school's Eduscope score

Kirkham Pear Tree School

Preston, PR4 2HA · Special · All-through · Ages 2 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
8.8%
Pupils
112
Pupils per teacher
7.8
View school Kirkham Pear Tree School

Hope School

Preston, PR4 0HP · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
3
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Hope School

Special Schools in PR4

4 in PR4. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Kirkham Pear Tree School

Preston, PR4 2HA · Special · All-through · Ages 2 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
8.8%
Pupils
112
Pupils per teacher
7.8
View school Kirkham Pear Tree School

Linton School

Pr4 1hx · Independent · All-through · Ages 8 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
12
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Linton School

Aurora Keyes Barn School

Pr4 0yh · Independent · Primary · Ages 5 to 12 · Boys

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
24
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Aurora Keyes Barn School

Private Schools in PR4

6 in PR4. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Linton School

Pr4 1hx · Independent · All-through · Ages 8 to 18

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
12
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Linton School

Aurora Keyes Barn School

Pr4 0yh · Independent · Primary · Ages 5 to 12 · Boys

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
24
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Aurora Keyes Barn School

Hope School

Preston, PR4 0HP · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
3
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Hope School
The map

Every school in PR4, 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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Kirkham and Wesham Primary School, GoodLittle Hoole Primary School, GoodTarleton Community Primary School, GoodCatforth Primary School, GoodWeeton Primary School, GoodLongton Primary School, Good or betterInskip St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided School, GoodFreckleton Church of England Primary School, GoodKirkham St Michael's Church of England Primary School, GoodMedlar-with-Wesham Church of England Primary School, Needs attention in 2 areasRibby with Wrea Endowed CofE Primary School, Good in every areaWeeton St Michael's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Good in every areaLea Neeld's Endowed Church of England Primary School, Good in every areaNew Longton All Saints CofE Primary School, GoodHoole St Michael CofE Primary School, Needs attention in 6 areasTarleton Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, GoodTarleton Mere Brow Church of England Primary School, GoodWoodplumpton St Anne's CofE Primary School, GoodSt Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton, GoodTreales Church of England Primary School, Needs attention in 4 areasHutton Church of England Grammar School, Expected standard or betterNewton Bluecoat Church of England Primary School, GoodKirkham Grammar School, InspectedAshbridge Independent School, InspectedKirkham Pear Tree School, OutstandingOakfield House School, GoodCottam Primary School, Good in every areaAurora Keyes Barn School, GoodTarleton Academy, GoodHope School, GoodLinton School, OutstandingWarton St Paul's Church of England Primary Academy, GoodHesketh-With-Becconsall All Saints CofE School, InadequateCarr Hill High School, Requires improvementHoly Family Catholic Primary School, Warton, GoodThe Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham, OutstandingSt Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Medlar-with-Wesham, GoodStrike Lane Primary School, GoodSt Mary's Catholic Primary School, Lea Town, GoodAshleigh Nursery School, Expected standard or betterHutton Playgroup, Expected standard in every areaStepping Stones, GoodKirkham Pre-School Ltd, GoodHoneypot Under 5's Centre, GoodRibby Hall Nursery and Preschool, GoodBusy Bees Day Nursery at Warton, GoodCottam Nursery School, GoodThe Mericourt Nursery, GoodSilverdawn Day Nursery, GoodInskip Nursery, GoodThe Park Pre-School, GoodBlue Bear Pre-School & Nursery, OutstandingElizabeth Saunders Nursery, GoodChuckles Childcare Warton, GoodNew Longton Under 5's, GoodBriar Dene Nursery, GoodWalmer Bridge Day Nursery, GoodWrea Green Pre-School Nursery, GoodCareLoveLearn at Tarleton Nursery, Expected standard or betterAshbridge At Maxy Farm, GoodAshbridge Nursery Hutton, GoodTree Tots NurseryNatures Nursery BarnTree Tots Nursery Kirkham
  • Outstanding4
  • Good41
  • Requires improvement1
  • Inadequate1
  • Not graded yet17
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

PR4 has 64 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 PR4

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How many schools are in PR4?

PR4 has 64 schools, including 35 primary schools, 7 secondary schools, 25 nurseries, 6 independent schools, 4 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 PR4?

The highest-ranked schools in PR4 on Eduscope are Longton Primary School, New Longton All Saints CofE Primary School, Hutton Church of England Grammar 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 PR4?

There are 6 independent schools in PR4. 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 PR4 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in PR4?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 64 schools in PR4 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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