Cottam Primary School is a community school serving families in Preston and the wider Lancashire area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

Cottam Primary School caters for mixed pupils from 4 to 11 years. With 280 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 270, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

The most recent Ofsted inspection, published on 12 November 2024, rated the school Good. Inspectors highlighted the overall quality of education and the strong relationships between staff and pupils.