Fleetwood Flakefleet Primary School
107%
Capacity
450
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Fleetwood Flakefleet Primary School
Fleetwood Flakefleet Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 450 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fleetwood Flakefleet Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David McPartlin, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7153rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 35 in Wyre.
Fleetwood Flakefleet Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 45 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fleetwood Flakefleet Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Eco Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, Fleetwood Flakefleet 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Northfleet Avenue, Fleetwood, Wyre, FY7 7ND |
| Headteacher | David McPartlin |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 450 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.2% |
| School Capacity | 450 / 420 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7153rd of 13,686
Nationally
1031st of 2,065
In North West
25th of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
105
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Northfleet Avenue, Fleetwood
Wyre, FY7 7ND
Journey to School
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