Armfield Academy
About Armfield Academy
Armfield Academy is a large all-through state school in Blackpool, educating pupils from age 3 to 16, and it is currently running very close to full capacity with 1,215 pupils against a school capacity of 1,220. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 38.1%, which is significantly higher than the national average for secondary schools and reflects the area's socioeconomic profile. Demand for places is strong: for entry in 2025/26, the school received 394 applications for 159 places, an oversubscription ratio of 2.48, with 209 of those applications listing Armfield as a first preference. Of those, 146 first-preference offers were made, indicating that while the school is popular, not all families who want a place can secure one. The school is mixed, non-denominational, and led by headteacher Mark Kilmurray, who has been in post since at least the most recent Ofsted inspection in 2023.
Key Details
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2023Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
School day
Teaching hours
08:45 – 15:20
Source: armfieldacademy.co.uk. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
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