Hodgson Academy
Poulton-Le-Fylde, FY6 7EU · Lancashire · secondary school
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29th of 82 secondary schools in Lancashire we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 877 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3/10 among them, against 4.7/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 50.5 · 64 | 30% | 1.91 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.45 · 18 | 25% | 0.46 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 49.3 · 67 | 10% | 0.67 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hodgson Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 49.5, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.45 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.2 out of 10 among them, against 4.7 out of 10 nationally. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Duke of Edinburgh award, play football, rock climbing, trampolining, dodgeball, Kin ball, fitness, tennis, or hockey, and participate in dance, the school band, or the annual whole school production.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,121 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,140. 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 improve their Progress 8 scores? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in English and maths?
What Ofsted said about Hodgson Academy
Overview
Hodgson Academy is described as a "calm and orderly learning community" where pupils are "happy and polite" and value positive relationships with staff. The report highlights that most pupils achieve well, with "strong attitudes towards their learning" and effective support for those with special educational needs.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "strong attitudes towards their learning" and enjoy a "broad range of subjects" and extra-curricular activities.
- Personal development is rated Outstanding, with pupils learning about "equality and tolerance" and contributing to the local community.
- Leaders have "thought carefully" about curriculum content in most subjects, ensuring knowledge is taught in a logical order.
- Staff "skilfully" support pupils with special educational needs and disabilities using detailed information provided by leaders.
- Reading is prioritised, with leaders taking "prompt action" to support pupils who find it difficult.
Areas to improve
- In a "small number of subjects," leaders’ curriculum thinking is "less well developed," meaning teachers are not clear enough about key knowledge.
- Teachers in these subjects do not always address pupils’ misconceptions "quickly enough," which can slow progress and create gaps in knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with staff understanding risks and pupils feeling confident they can speak to an adult if worried.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 47.2 |
| 2024/25 | 49.5 |
| 2025/26 | 49.3 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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