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Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School

Kepple Lane, Garstang, Preston, PR3 1PB

A Outstanding-rated primary school in Preston where 90% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Voluntary aided school

Church of England

Pupils

261

Ages

2-11

FSM

7.7%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Outstanding

Nov 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

100.0%

Writing

94.0%

Maths

97.0%

RWM Combined

90.0%

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About Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School

Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Preston, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 64 responses), 100% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 90% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 261 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Kepple Lane, Preston, PR3 1PB | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2024 — Outstanding
Oct 2023 — School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
May 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School

What is Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What do parents say about Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 64 responses): 100% of parents would recommend Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School.

What are Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School's latest exam results?

Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 90% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School located?

Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Preston, Lancashire (PR3 1PB).

How many pupils attend Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School?

Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School has around 261 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Garstang St Thomas' Church of England Primary School with other schools?

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