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Tarleton Academy

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Tarleton Academy

Hesketh Lane, Tarleton, Preston, PR4 6AQ

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Pupils
675
Ages
11-16
FSM
17.5%
Attainment 8
46.3
Ofsted
Good
Dec 2014

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
46.3
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
18.6%
Basics 9-5
47.7%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
35.9%
EBacc APS
4.13
EBacc 9-5
13.3%
EBacc 9-4
21.9%
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About Tarleton Academy

Tarleton Academy is a secondary school in Preston, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2014 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 46.3. The school has around 675 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Hesketh Lane, Preston, PR4 6AQ | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Tarleton Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jul 2023 — School remains Good
  2. Dec 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Tarleton Academy

What is Tarleton Academy's Ofsted rating?
Tarleton Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2014 inspection.
What are Tarleton Academy's latest exam results?
Tarleton Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 46.3. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Tarleton Academy located?
Tarleton Academy is a secondary school in Preston, Lancashire (PR4 6AQ).
How many pupils attend Tarleton Academy?
Tarleton Academy has around 675 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Tarleton Academy with other schools?
View Tarleton Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Lancashire.