Charles Saer Community Primary School
80%
Capacity
282
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Charles Saer Community Primary School
Charles Saer Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 282 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 351 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Charles Saer Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Helen Willott, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12340th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 35 in Wyre.
Charles Saer Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 30 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Charles Saer Community Primary School include Library, Forest School, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Drama, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, Charles Saer Community Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Grange Road, Fleetwood, Wyre, FY7 8DD |
| Headteacher | Helen Willott |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 282 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.6% |
| School Capacity | 282 / 351 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12340th of 13,686
Nationally
1827th of 2,065
In North West
33rd of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
24%
'23/24
41%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Grange Road, Fleetwood
Wyre, FY7 8DD
Journey to School
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