Westcliff Primary Academy
Blackpool, FY2 9BY · Blackpool · primary school
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3rd 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 — 9.6/10 against 2,919 of them, against 9.1/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 40% | 3.43 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 30.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.45 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Westcliff Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 30.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 246 pupils against a stated capacity of 236. 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 the last inspection in early 2023, what specific improvements have been made to the curriculum since then? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs integrate with the main school day for families needing wraparound support?
What Ofsted said about Westcliff Primary Academy
Overview
Westcliff Primary Academy continues to be a good school, where pupils arrive happy and eager to learn. Leaders have developed an ambitious curriculum that prepares pupils well for secondary school, supported by staff with high expectations and strong subject knowledge.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ordered logically," helping pupils build on earlier learning and develop vocabulary.
- Reading is central to the curriculum, with skilled staff ensuring almost all pupils become "confident, fluent readers" by key stage 2.
- Staff accurately identify the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and provide timely support.
- Pupils behave very well, benefiting from consistent sanctions and rewards, such as collecting "gems" for positive behaviour.
- Staff feel appreciated and enjoy working at the school, while governors are well informed to challenge and support leaders.
Areas to improve
- In a very small number of subjects, some teaching activities are not as successful as they could be, hindering pupils’ deepening of knowledge. Leaders should ensure teachers select the most appropriate activities to deliver new knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where staff receive appropriate training to recognise risks and report concerns promptly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 93% |
| 2023/24 | 77% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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