Eden Boys' School, Preston

  • Secondary
  • Free school
  • Ages 11 to 18
Ofsted: Outstanding

Adelaide Street, Preston, PR1 4BDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Eden Boys' School, Preston is a secondary school in Preston for ages 11 to 18. It is one of the 692 schools in Lancashire. It ranks 4th of 22 secondary schools in Preston. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in May 2018.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 2 May 2018, report published 20 June 2018

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 15 May 2024

Pupils flourish in this calm and welcoming haven of learning. During lessons and at social time, pupils' behaviour is excellent. They display high levels of respect towards staff and to each other. Pupils and staff foster an impressively strong sense of common purpose. They are united in their aim for each member of the school community to be the best that they can be. The school sets exceptionally high standards for pupils' achievement. Pupils rise to this challenge, producing work of an impressive quality. They value the support of highly knowledgeable teachers who encourage pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to reach ambitious goals. As a result, pupils achieve highly across the curriculum and are well prepared for their next steps of learning. The school's work to develop pupils' character is exemplary. Pupils are committed to their learning. They tackle challenges with resilience and fortitude. Their care and compassion extend beyond the school gates. For example, pupils undertake voluntary work and raise funds for charities in the local community and beyond. Members of the school council, or 'Shuraa', provide guidance and support for their peers. They also ensure that the school regularly considers pupils' views.

Exam results

GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25

124 pupils in the year group

Attainment 8 score49.8

49.8, 3.7 above the England average of 46.1.

Grade 5 or above in English and maths67.7%

67.7%, 22.3 percentage points above the England average of 45.4%.

Grade 4 or above in English and maths79%

79%, 14.2 percentage points above the England average of 64.8%.

Pupils entering the EBacc82.3%

82.3%, 41.8 percentage points above the England average of 40.5%.

EBacc average point score4.52

4.52, 0.43 above the England average of 4.09.

Pupil numbers and mix

615 pupils on roll, with places for 800

Eligible for free school meals26%

26%, 0.5 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language49.9%

49.9%, 28.3 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support10.6%

10.6%, 4.2 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan1.8%

1.8%, 4.2 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Eden Boys' School, Preston

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Lancaster University School of Mathematics0.1 milesNo Ofsted inspectionNot published
Preston Muslim Girls High School0.5 milesOfsted: OutstandingAttainment 8: 56.2
Christ The King Catholic High School0.6 milesOfsted: InadequateAttainment 8: 35.9
Moor Park High School0.8 milesReport card: Needs attention to strong standardAttainment 8: 39.3
Abrar Academy1 mileNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 50.4

School details

School type
Free schools
Sector
Free school
Trust
STAR ACADEMIES
Age range
11 to 18
Gender
Boys
Religious character
Muslim
Sixth form
No
Headteacher
Mrs Nafisa Patel
Address
Adelaide Street, Preston, PR1 4BD
Local authority
Lancashire
URN
141971

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.