Layton Primary School
98%
Capacity
619
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Layton Primary School
Layton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blackpool community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 619 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 630 places).
the school is led by headteacher Jonathan Clucas, it falls under Blackpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4434th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 23 in Blackpool.
Layton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 84 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 81 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Layton Primary School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Gymnastics, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackpool, Layton 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Meyler Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool, FY3 7DX |
| Headteacher | Jonathan Clucas |
| Local Authority | Blackpool |
| Number of Pupils | 619 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.5% |
| School Capacity | 619 / 630 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (12 Jul 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4434th of 13,686
Nationally
637th of 2,065
In North West
6th of 23
In Blackpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
69%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed84
127
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
81 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Meyler Avenue, Blackpool
Blackpool, FY3 7DX
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