St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy
Blackpool, FY4 2AU · Blackpool · primary school
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12th 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 — 4.6/10 against 1,558 of them, against 3.7/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 66.0 · 54 | 40% | 2.16 |
| 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.
St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 66.0% 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 May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 245 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
With 0.0% of pupils reaching the higher standard in 2024/25, what specific support is provided to help children progress beyond the expected standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing a roll that exceeds its designated places?
What Ofsted said about St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy
Overview
St Cuthbert’s Catholic Academy continues to be a good school, providing a calm and purposeful atmosphere where pupils feel safe and happy. Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and work, resulting in a supportive environment where pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, achieve well and take pride in their learning.
Strengths
- Pupils live up to the ethos to ‘be safe, respectful and responsible’, fostering strong friendships and a sense of safety.
- Leaders have developed an ‘ambitious and engaging curriculum’ that enables pupils to build a ‘deep body of knowledge’ from the early years to Year 6.
- Teachers use assessment effectively to check learning, and phonics are delivered well, with most pupils reading accurately and fluently by the end of Year 2.
- Pupils with SEND are identified early and supported to learn alongside peers, achieving well through adapted curriculum activities.
- Staff feel ‘supported, listened to and empowered’ by leaders, who are mindful of workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, leaders have not finalised curriculum thinking regarding ‘important academic language’, leaving teachers unsure of the subject-specific vocabulary to teach.
- This lack of clarity means some older pupils do not know the specialist vocabulary needed to read, write, and speak confidently about certain topics.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a ‘robust culture’ where staff are trained to identify risks and report concerns appropriately.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 66% |
| 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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