Baines' Endowed Church of England Primary Academy
Blackpool, FY4 4DJ · Blackpool · primary school
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10th of 29 primary schools in Blackpool we can score, 30 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.7/10 against 1,563 of them, against 4.5/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 65.0 · 52 | 62% | 3.18 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 38% | 1.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Baines' Endowed Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 4.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football, netball, dance, and choir, with trips including kayaking, skiing, archery, and climbing. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 499 pupils against a stated capacity of 490. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is provided for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard? How are the outdoor trips organised for safety and inclusion?
What Ofsted said about Baines' Endowed Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
Baines’ Endowed CE Primary Academy is described as a “welcoming and cheerful community” where pupils generally exhibit “respectable behaviour” and feel safe. However, the quality of education and leadership require improvement because high expectations for achievement are “not always realised,” particularly in subjects beyond reading where gaps in learning persist.
Strengths
- Early years provision is “Good,” with children adapting quickly to routines and benefiting from tailored learning activities.
- The school prioritises reading, ensuring pupils become “confident, fluent readers” through well-trained staff and matched books.
- Personal development is “Good,” with a “logically ordered” curriculum helping pupils understand health, relationships, and diverse cultures.
- Staff foster a “nurturing atmosphere” and effectively support pupils who find it challenging to regulate their emotions.
- Governors provide “support and challenge” to the school, understanding the challenges faced by families.
Areas to improve
- Staff must gain the expertise to adapt teaching for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), as current adjustments are ineffective.
- The school must ensure staff use “clear assessment strategies” to check knowledge and address misconceptions in subjects beyond reading.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 49% |
| 2023/24 | 39% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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