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St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling

Garstang Road, Pilling, Preston, PR3 6AL

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Ofsted

Good

May 2023

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14% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling, Preston

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

57.0%

Writing

14.0%

Maths

43.0%

RWM Combined

14.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Pilling St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

1.39 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Carter's Charity Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Preesall

4.34 km away · Voluntary controlled school

Requires improvement

Stalmine Primary School

4.64 km away · Community school

Good

Preesall Fleetwood's Charity Church of England Primary School

4.67 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Nateby Primary School

5.84 km away · Community school

Good

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About St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling

St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling is a primary school in Preston, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 14% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 46 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Garstang Road, Preston, PR3 6AL | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

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

May 2023 — Good
May 2023 — Good (predecessor: St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling)
Jan 2020 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next (predecessor: St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling)
Apr 2016 — Good (predecessor: St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling

What is St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling's Ofsted rating?

St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.

What are St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling's latest exam results?

St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling: KS2 2024/25: 14% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling located?

St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling is a primary school in Preston, Lancashire (PR3 6AL).

How many pupils attend St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling?

St William's Catholic Primary School, Pilling has around 46 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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