Stanah Primary School
Thornton-Cleveleys, FY5 5JR · Lancashire · primary school
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46th 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 — 8.8/10 against 4,305 of them, against 8.8/10 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 | 85.0 · 94 | 40% | 3.75 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stanah Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 85.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.8 out of 10 either way).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art & Craft, Cooking, Board games, Construction, Competitions, and Theme sessions, as well as Outdoor games and Football. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 369 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the weekly Theme sessions?
What Ofsted said about Stanah Primary School
Overview
Stanah Primary School continues to be a good school, offering a harmonious community where pupils feel well cared for and motivated. The report highlights an ambitious, logically ordered curriculum that supports high achievement and a calm, productive atmosphere. While most aspects of provision are strong, specific improvements are required in curriculum clarity for certain subjects and the consistency of reading support.
Strengths
- Pupils are happy and behave in accordance with school values, taking pride in recognition such as the ‘Stanah Superstar’ award.
- The curriculum is enriched by activities that spark curiosity, helping pupils build secure bodies of knowledge in most subjects.
- Staff effectively identify and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they thrive and are included in all aspects of school life.
- Older pupils enjoy reading, described as ‘going on an adventure’ inside a book, within comfortable classroom reading areas.
- Governors provide valuable support and challenge, with recent initiatives successfully promoting staff well-being and reducing workload.
Areas to improve
- The school must clarify the most important knowledge pupils should remember in some subjects to ensure learning builds securely over time.
- Staff require training to use the most effective strategies for supporting pupils who struggle with reading, ensuring they develop into accurate and confident readers.
Safeguarding
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 | 73% |
| 2023/24 | 72% |
| 2024/25 | 85% |
| 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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