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St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School

Buller Avenue, Penwortham, Preston, PR1 9QQ

Voluntary aided school · Ages 3–11 · Mixed

Ofsted

Requires improvement

May 2024

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Academic picture

65% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School, Preston

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

81.0%

Writing

71.0%

Maths

74.0%

RWM Combined

65.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Penwortham Middleforth Church of England Primary School

0.46 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

St Stephen's CofE School

0.91 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Good

Kingsfold Primary School

1.01 km away · Community school

Good

Cop Lane Church of England Primary School, Penwortham

1.25 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Penwortham Broad Oak Primary School

1.42 km away · Foundation school

Good

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About St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School

St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Preston, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 191 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Buller Avenue, Preston, PR1 9QQ | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

May 2024 — Requires improvement
Jan 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School

What is St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School's Ofsted rating?

St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School's latest exam results?

St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 65% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School located?

St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Preston, Lancashire (PR1 9QQ).

How many pupils attend St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School?

St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School has around 191 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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