Marton Primary Academy and Nursery
91%
Capacity
326
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Marton Primary Academy and Nursery
Marton Primary Academy and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blackpool community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 326 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Marton Primary Academy and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alice Coyle, it falls under Blackpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2933rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 23 in Blackpool.
Marton Primary Academy and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 30 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 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 Marton Primary Academy and Nursery include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Swimming, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackpool, Marton Primary Academy and Nursery 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 | Whernside, Marton, Blackpool, Blackpool, FY4 5LY |
| Headteacher | Alice Coyle |
| Local Authority | Blackpool |
| Number of Pupils | 326 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.6% |
| School Capacity | 326 / 360 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2933rd of 13,686
Nationally
414th of 2,065
In North West
5th of 23
In Blackpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
74%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 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
Whernside, Marton, Blackpool
Blackpool, FY4 5LY
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