Clifton Primary School
86%
Capacity
210
Pupils
5.0x
Demand
About Clifton Primary School
Clifton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Fylde community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 245 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Clifton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Liam Marshall, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12590th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 21 in Fylde.
Clifton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 15 places, making it 5.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Clifton Primary School include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Film Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Fylde, Clifton 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Clitheroe Road, Lytham St Annes, Fylde, FY8 3PY |
| Headteacher | Liam Marshall |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.4% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 245 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jul 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12590th of 13,686
Nationally
1871st of 2,065
In North West
20th of 21
In Fylde
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
39%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
75
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Clitheroe Road, Lytham St Annes
Fylde, FY8 3PY
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