Christ The King Catholic Academy
Blackpool, FY3 7FG · Blackpool · primary school
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18th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 1.6/10 against 2,015 of them, against 1.8/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Christ The King Catholic Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 240 pupils against a stated capacity of 220. 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
Since the latest inspection was in 2023, what specific improvements have been made to raise attainment since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Christ The King Catholic Academy
Overview
Christ The King Catholic Academy continues to be a good school, where pupils arrive happy and feel welcome. Leaders have developed an ambitious curriculum that engages all pupils, resulting in strong achievement and a positive school culture.
Strengths
- Reading is prioritised from Nursery, with a consistent approach to phonics and regular checks to support pupils who may be falling behind.
- Pupils are described as "kind, caring and considerate," behaving well in lessons with bullying being "very rare."
- Leaders are "very skilled in identifying pupils with SEND," making careful adaptations so they can learn alongside classmates.
- Staff feel appreciated, with a "keen sense of teamwork" and leaders prioritising staff well-being and workload.
- There are many opportunities for extra-curricular activities, including clubs, performances, and visits to cultural sites.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, leaders have not decided exactly what pupils must learn and by when, making it unclear how well pupils are achieving.
- Leaders should refine curriculum design in these subjects so teachers and pupils are clear about the specific knowledge to acquire.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where staff are regularly trained to identify risks and report concerns quickly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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