Clifton Primary School
Lytham St Annes, FY8 3PY · Lancashire · primary school
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330th of 448 primary schools in Lancashire we can score, 481 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 the 3,510 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1/10 among them, against 1.9/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| 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.
Clifton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1 out of 10 among them, against 1.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Multi Skills Club, Netball Club, football clubs for Years 3 to 6, and the choir. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 214 pupils against a stated capacity of 245. 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
How does the school support pupils to move from the expected to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve reading outcomes for the whole cohort? How does the after-school club integrate with the curriculum or provide additional enrichment?
What Ofsted said about Clifton Primary School
Overview
Clifton Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are "proud advocates" who thrive in a "calm atmosphere" supported by staff who care for them "exceptionally well." The school delivers an "ambitious curriculum" that ensures pupils achieve well across a broad range of subjects, with knowledge that "builds securely over time."
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "impeccable manners" and "extremely positive behaviour," responding well to the school's "high aspirations" for their achievement and conduct.
- The early years provision is strong, with children who "flourish" and are "well prepared for key stage 1."
- Staff deliver the phonics programme with a "high level of expertise," ensuring pupils become "confident and fluent readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive accurate identification and support to learn the curriculum "alongside their peers."
- Governors have an "accurate understanding" of school performance and provide appropriate "support and challenge."
Areas to improve
- Staff must be quicker to "identify and address the gaps and misconceptions" in some pupils' learning to prevent them moving on before they are ready.
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 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 39% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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
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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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