Acorns Primary School
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary
Special school
PUPILS
89
AGES
2 - 11
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Community special school

How Does The School Perform?

Ofsted
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(07/01/2025)
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100%
NATIONAL AVG. 93%
Happiness Rating

Ofsted Parent View

7.6:1
NATIONAL AVG. 19.9:1
Pupil/Teacher ratio
46.3%
NATIONAL AVG. 16.2%
Persistent Absence
25.8%
NATIONAL AVG. 22.8%
Pupils first language
not English
34.1%
NATIONAL AVG. 25.9%
Free school meals
Moor Park
Blackpool Road
Preston
PR1 6AU
01772792681

School Description

Acorns Primary School supports every pupil to shine. Pupils are happy to be part of such a caring and welcoming community. Parents and carers praise the school for its dedication and support. The school has high expectations for pupils’ achievement. The curriculum is broad, exciting and ambitious. Pupils, all of whom have special educational needs and/or disabilities, gain a strong understanding of many subjects. Pupils’ behaviour is excellent. They are kind, caring and quick to support their friends. Staff help pupils to grow in confidence and independence. Pupils enjoy their learning and feel motivated every step of the way. Personal development is at the heart of the school’s work. Pupils take part in enriching activities, from educational trips to sports competitions. These experiences help them to grow, learn important life skills and create happy memories. Pupils also learn how to stay safe and care for others. Staff and pupils share strong bonds. Staff understand each pupil’s needs and provide personalised support. Pupils trust staff and feel safe knowing help is always there. By the time they leave, pupils are confident, capable and ready to take their next steps with pride.

Acorns Primary School Parent Reviews



91% Parents Recommend This School
Strongly Agree 74% Agree 26% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>74, "agree"=>26, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
Strongly Agree 83% Agree 13% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 4% {"strongly_agree"=>83, "agree"=>13, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>4} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
Strongly Agree 70% Agree 30% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>70, "agree"=>30, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
My Child Has Not Been Bullied 91% Strongly Agree 4% Agree 0% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 4% {"my_child_has_not_been_bullied"=>91, "strongly_agree"=>4, "agree"=>0, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>4} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
Strongly Agree 61% Agree 35% Disagree 4% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>61, "agree"=>35, "disagree"=>4, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
I Have Not Raised Any Concerns 26% Strongly Agree 57% Agree 17% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"i_have_not_raised_any_concerns"=>26, "strongly_agree"=>57, "agree"=>17, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
Strongly Agree 87% Agree 9% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 4% {"strongly_agree"=>87, "agree"=>9, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>4} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
Strongly Agree 57% Agree 35% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 9% {"strongly_agree"=>57, "agree"=>35, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>9} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
Strongly Agree 74% Agree 22% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 4% {"strongly_agree"=>74, "agree"=>22, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>4} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
Strongly Agree 65% Agree 30% Disagree 4% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>65, "agree"=>30, "disagree"=>4, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
Strongly Agree 57% Agree 39% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 4% {"strongly_agree"=>57, "agree"=>39, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>4} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
Strongly Agree 52% Agree 39% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 9% {"strongly_agree"=>52, "agree"=>39, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>9} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
Strongly Agree 78% Agree 22% Disagree 0% Strongly Disagree 0% Don't Know 0% {"strongly_agree"=>78, "agree"=>22, "disagree"=>0, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025
Yes 91% No 9% {"yes"=>91, "no"=>9} Figures based on 23 responses up to 08-01-2025

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