Free school · Lancashire

The Olive School, Preston

Primary
Ages 4–11
Muslim

Term dates

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2026/27

2027/28

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Admissions

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About and location

Type: Free school
Phase: Primary
Ages: 4–11
Pupils: 421 (capacity 420)
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Muslim
Academy trust: STAR ACADEMIES
Phone: 01772926100
Address: Vicarage Lane, Preston, PR2 8DW

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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