Fleetwood Chaucer Community Primary School
85%
Capacity
267
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Fleetwood Chaucer Community Primary School
Fleetwood Chaucer 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 267 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fleetwood Chaucer Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Murphy, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9813th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 35 in Wyre.
Fleetwood Chaucer Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 22 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fleetwood Chaucer Community Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 70.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, Fleetwood Chaucer 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 | Chaucer Road, Fleetwood, Wyre, FY7 6QN |
| Headteacher | Claire Murphy |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 267 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 70.4% |
| School Capacity | 267 / 315 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9813th of 13,686
Nationally
1419th of 2,065
In North West
31st of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
53%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Chaucer Road, Fleetwood
Wyre, FY7 6QN
Journey to School
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