St Wulstan's and St Edmund's Catholic Academy
Fleetwood, FY7 7JY · Lancashire · primary school
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440th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.1/10 against 1,749 of them, against 0.5/10 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 | 18.0 · 1 | 62% | 0.05 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Wulstan's and St Edmund's Catholic Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 18.0% 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%. 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 (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 203 pupils against a stated capacity of 246. 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 who are below the expected standard in core subjects? What specific interventions are in place for those not reaching the higher standard? How does the school maintain engagement for pupils during the wraparound care sessions?
What Ofsted said about St Wulstan's and St Edmund's Catholic Academy
Overview
Pupils are described as happy and enjoying a "lively and caring school community" where they feel safe and behave well. However, the quality of education and leadership require improvement because pupils "do not achieve as well as they should" due to weaknesses in curriculum design and delivery.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "positive attitudes to their learning" and are "courteous towards others," with lessons typically being "calm and purposeful."
- The school provides opportunities for "exciting activities" such as residential visits, sports clubs, and a ‘pasta club’ to develop wider experiences.
- Early years provision is strong, with children getting a "positive start" and staff interacting well to develop communication skills.
- The school identifies pupils’ additional needs early and works well with parents to include pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Reading is prioritised, with books reflecting the "diversity of modern Britain" and pupils being rewarded for reading at home.
Areas to improve
- The trust and governing body must "bolster the support and challenge" to address underachievement, particularly for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND.
- Staff must "identify and address pupils’ misunderstandings and gaps in knowledge promptly" before introducing new learning to ensure secure knowledge retention.
- The school needs to consistently evaluate the "delivery and impact of the curriculum" to determine what is working well and where improvements are needed.
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 | 29% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 18% |
| 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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