St Pius X Preparatory School

A other independent school school in Lancashire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St Pius X Preparatory School.

Preston, PR28RD Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

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  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

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  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

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Alternative Provision schools

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Independent schools

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
200 Garstang Road
Fulwood
Preston, PR28RD
Phone
1772719937
Website
stpiusx.co.uk

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
119822
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Independent
Address
200 Garstang Road, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 8RD
Website
www.stpiusx.co.uk
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Capacity
282 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

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School Demographics

Total Pupils
115
Special Educational Needs
10.4% (12 pupils)

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size
6 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
12
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
115 pupils
2-11

From the School Website

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Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Sic Parvis Magna - Greatness from Small Beginnings"

Gospel Values Gratitude Openness Service Peace Equality Life Democracy The Rule of Law Individual Liberty Mutual respect and Tolerance

Catholic ethos; Gospel values; Catholic independent preparatory school.

Head Teacher's Message

Headmaster Charles Long presents St Pius X as a happy, inspiring Catholic Preparatory School that combines academic rigour with warm pastoral care, a values-based, inclusive approach, and broad opportunities to develop character, resilience and leadership.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Tap Dance Street Dance Drama Performances Ballet Yoga Chess, Puzzles & Games Quiz Club Science and STEM Math Book Club Lego Sports Multi skills/Football/Rounders/Netball/Cricket Coding

Sports

Swimming Cricket Football Hockey Rounders Tennis

Facilities

Main School Library Music Room Art Room School Hall Forest School IT Suite Sensory Room (Wellbeing Time and Yoga Time) Outdoor Adventure Play Area Herb Garden Two large playing fields 4 acres of grounds

Curriculum Highlights

Core Curriculum includes English Language & Literature, Maths, Science, French, Geography, History, Religious Studies, Music, Drama, Art, Sport, Computing, Design & Technology, British Sign Language and Forest School (Lower Prep). In Year 3 and above, curriculum is taught by subject specialists for greater depth; Formal learning is supported by project work, field trips and events; Literacy emphasises reading, writing, phonics and comprehension with varied schemes; Strong focus on developing communication and independent learning; Emphasis on the whole-child education with early intervention and therapeutic provision and cross-curricular exploratory learning; Extensive co-curricular offering including Music, Drama, STEM, Art, Sport and Forest School.

Wraparound Care

Full-day sessions 8:00am to 6:00pm; Morning sessions 8:00am to 1:00pm; Afternoon sessions 1:00pm to 6:00pm; After School Activity Time at 16:00 and End of Day at 18:00.

SEND Provision

Pupils with SEND benefit from support plans which ensure teaching takes account of their individual needs.

Financial Information

Nursery (Academic Year 2025-26): Two-Year-olds – Full Day £61.50; Morning £30.75; Afternoon £30.75. Three-Year-olds – Full Day £55.50; Morning £27.25; Afternoon £27.25. Additional Fees: School lunch £3.50 per day (full day and morning sessions only); Afternoon tea £2.00 per day (full day and afternoon sessions only). Insurance £5.50 (per term). Registration £100 (non-refundable). Reception deposit £260 (refundable £200 if child leaves at end of Year 6; non-refundable £200 if child leaves earlier). Fees payable even if absent. Minimum 2 sessions. Salary Sacrifice: accepts childcare vouchers.

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