Goosnargh Oliverson's Church of England Primary School
Goosnargh Lane, Goosnargh, Preston, PR3 2BNOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Goosnargh Oliverson's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Preston for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 692 schools in Lancashire. It ranks 29th of 106 primary schools in Preston. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2015.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 19 May 2015, report published 17 June 2015
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 19 June 2024
Pupils are proud ambassadors for their school. They flourish due to the positive relationships that they have with staff, who look after them well. In the early years, children make a positive start to their education. Pupils light up the school with their smiles and laughter. They are happy. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), respond well to the high aspirations that the school has for their achievement and conduct. They achieve well. Pupils show positive behaviour during lessons and around school. They treat each other with kindness and consideration. Pupils make the most of opportunities to develop their talents and interests. These opportunities include a variety of sports, arts and music clubs. All pupils are encouraged to take part in the school's musical productions. Pupils become confident and independent young people. As school councillors, pupils have an active role in helping to improve the school. They aspire to the many leadership positions that are available to them. For example, pupils act as sports leaders, prefects and chaperones to younger pupils when they visit the theatre. Pupils raise money for local and national charities. Pupils enjoy trips, such as to museums, cathedrals and different countries. These visits help them to deepen their understanding of the wider world. Pupils enjoy taking part in adventurous activities, including during residential stays.
What the school should improve
- On occasions, the school is not quick enough to identify and rectify the gaps and misconceptions in some pupils' knowledge. This means that these pupils move on to new learning before they are ready. The school should support staff in addressing pupils' gaps in learning, so that pupils successfully build the depth of knowledge that they should.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
29 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
199 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Goosnargh Oliverson's Church of England Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Catholic Primary School, Goosnargh | 1 mile | Report card: Strong standard | 67% met the expected standard |
| Broughton-in-Amounderness Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 88% met the expected standard |
| Grimsargh St Michael's Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 77% met the expected standard |
| Sherwood Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | 86% met the expected standard |
| Fulwood, St Peter's Church of England Primary School and Nursery | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 73% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Helen Sant
- Phone
- 01772865396
- Address
- Goosnargh Lane, Goosnargh, Preston, PR3 2BN
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- URN
- 119564
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.