Calder Lodge School
Oakenclough, Preston, Lancashire, Lancashire, North West · PR3 1UL
With just 47 pupils on roll, Calder Lodge School is among the smaller independent schools, offering a closely knit environment where every child is well known to staff. The mixed, non-denominational school sits in Oakenclough, near Preston in Lancashire, and is led by headteacher Mrs Kelly Farnworth. Families drawn to small class sizes and an intimate, family-style setting may find it particularly appealing.
47
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 47
- Location
- Oakenclough, Preston, Lancashire, Lancashire, North West
- Website
- https://calderlodge.school/
Headteacher
Head Mrs Kelly Farnworth
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Teaching & academics
As an independent school inspected by the ISI, Calder Lodge operates outside the state framework. Its small size means teaching can be closely tailored to individual pupils, with each child receiving a high degree of personal attention.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 100%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A genuinely small independent school for families who value a personal, close-knit education over the scale of a larger institution.
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Calder Lodge School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Calder Lodge School located?
Calder Lodge School is located at Oakenclough, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 1UL.
What type of school is Calder Lodge School?
Calder Lodge School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.
How many pupils attend Calder Lodge School?
Calder Lodge School has approximately 47 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.