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Preston Primary School
Mill Lane, Preston, Canterbury, Kent, CT3 1HB, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
94.0 / 100
Top 6%
Better than 94% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
122
Capacity
133
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
92%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a high parent satisfaction rate of 98%, this primary school demonstrates a strong commitment to quality education. While 63% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, which is above the national average, only 11% achieve the higher standard, indicating room for improvement in challenging more advanced learners. Overall, it ranks better than 94% of schools, making it a commendable choice for families in the area.
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Last inspected: 24 June 2025Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 63% | Bottom 44% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 11% | Top 31% UK |
Parent View (46 responses)
★★★★★4.4
My child is happy
100%
Good range of extra-curricular
100%
Good range of subjects
100%
Progress is communicated
100%
My child feels safe
98%
School keeps me informed
98%
My child makes good progress
98%
I'd recommend this school
98%
School supports development
98%
Behaviour is good
96%
School has high expectations
91%
School responds to concerns
59%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British91.0%
White Other2.5%
Mixed W+Asian1.6%
Gypsy/Roma1.6%
Mixed W+B African0.8%
Mixed Other0.8%
Asian Indian0.8%
Asian Chinese0.8%
Location
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51.30268, 1.22846 · CT3 1HB
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN118401
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.prestonprimary.org.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Preston Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Preston Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 June 2025.
Is Preston Primary School a good school?
Preston Primary School scores 94.0/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 6% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Preston Primary School?
Based on 46 Ofsted Parent View responses, Preston Primary School receives a satisfaction score of 88% across all parent survey questions.
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