The short version
Above-average SATs results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2013).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 74% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2013
- The school is at capacity (104% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
74%
+12.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
18%
+10.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
107
+1.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
107
+2.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
108
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 7 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
6% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 25 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 35 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 437
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 8.2%
Governance
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- Head
- Mrs Nicola Gomersall (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Black Bull Lane, Fulwood, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 3LA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmFulwood Academy
Secondary · Very close
Fulwood and Cadley Primary School
Primary · 562m away
St Pius X Preparatory School
Independent · 601m away
Corpus Christi Catholic High School
Secondary · 652m away
Our Lady's Catholic High School
Secondary · 740m away
St Anthony's Catholic Primary School, Preston
Primary · 840m away
Archbishop Temple Church of England High School
Secondary · 902m away
The Olive School, Preston
Primary · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
What is Queen's Drive Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Queen's Drive Primary School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in November 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Queen's Drive Primary School?
Queen's Drive Primary School currently has 437 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Queen's Drive Primary School take?
Queen's Drive Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Queen's Drive Primary School?
Queen's Drive Primary School is in Preston, PR2 3LA, in the Lancashire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Queen's Drive Primary School have a sixth form?
No, Queen's Drive Primary School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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