The short version
86% capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Ages
- 7–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 12
- Capacity
- 86%
Governance
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- Head
- Mrs Cara Vaughan (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Standard inspection: Outstanding
March 2020 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
April 2017 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Outstanding
May 2013 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
January 2010 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Satisfactory
May 2007 | Inspection
Standard inspection
July 1999 | Inspection
Location
Gough Lane, Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 6AQ
Town setting
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St Bede's Catholic Primary School
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Clayton-le-Woods Manor Road Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Brindle St James' Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Primary · 1.8km away
Clayton-le-Woods Church of England Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
Questions parents ask
What is Progress School's Ofsted rating?
Progress School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in June 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Progress School?
Progress School currently has 12 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Progress School take?
Progress School caters for pupils aged 7 to 19.
Where is Progress School?
Progress School is in Preston, PR5 6AQ, in the Lancashire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Progress School have a sixth form?
Yes, Progress School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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