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St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh

The Hill, Horns Lane, Preston, PR3 2FJ

Voluntary aided school · Ages 4–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Jun 2012

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Academic picture

67% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh, Preston

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

80.0%

Writing

87.0%

Maths

80.0%

RWM Combined

67.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Goosnargh Oliverson's Church of England Primary School

2.1 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Barnacre Road Primary School

2.91 km away · Academy sponsor led

Inadequate

Longridge St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Primary School

3.02 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Goosnargh Whitechapel Primary School

3.28 km away · Community school

Good

Longridge Church of England Primary School

3.57 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

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About St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh

St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh is a primary school in Preston, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2012 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 104 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: The Hill, Preston, PR3 2FJ | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Sept 2021 — School remains Good
Jun 2012 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh

What is St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh's Ofsted rating?

St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2012 inspection.

What are St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh's latest exam results?

St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh: KS2 2024/25: 67% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh located?

St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh is a primary school in Preston, Lancashire (PR3 2FJ).

How many pupils attend St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh?

St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh has around 104 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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