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Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge

Preston Road, Alston, Preston, PR3 3BJ

Academy converter · Ages 2–11 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted

Good

Apr 2013

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66% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (KS2, 2024/25).

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Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge, Preston

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

79.0%

Writing

72.0%

Maths

76.0%

RWM Combined

66.0%

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Nearby primary schools

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Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School

1.87 km away · Voluntary aided school

Outstanding

Longridge Church of England Primary School

2.54 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Longridge St Wilfrid's Roman Catholic Primary School

2.69 km away · Voluntary aided school

Good

Barnacre Road Primary School

2.88 km away · Academy sponsor led

Inadequate

St Maria Goretti Catholic Primary School, Preston

4.03 km away · Academy converter

Good

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About Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge

Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge is a primary school in Preston, Lancashire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2013 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 66% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 253 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

Location: Preston Road, Preston, PR3 3BJ | More schools in Lancashire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

There is no graded full inspection on the current URN yet; older predecessor records are shown below.

Oct 2022 — School remains Good (predecessor: Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge)
Apr 2013 — Good (predecessor: Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge

What is Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge's Ofsted rating?

Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.

What are Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge's latest exam results?

Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge: KS2 2024/25: 66% met expected standard in RWM. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.

Where is Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge located?

Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge is a primary school in Preston, Lancashire (PR3 3BJ).

How many pupils attend Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge?

Alston Lane Catholic Primary School, Longridge has around 253 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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