Mereside Primary Academy

About Mereside Primary Academy

Mereside Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blackpool community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 284 pupils on roll, operating at 63% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Mereside Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher John McDonald, it falls under Blackpool local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11383rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 23 in Blackpool.

Mereside Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 26 places, making it 1.0x 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 Mereside Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Choir, Chess.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 69.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Blackpool, Mereside Primary Academy 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.

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