Poulton-le-Fylde Carr Head Primary School
95%
Capacity
200
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Poulton-le-Fylde Carr Head Primary School
Poulton-le-Fylde Carr Head Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 200 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Poulton-le-Fylde Carr Head Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Nicholson, it falls under Lancashire 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 4501st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 35 in Wyre.
Poulton-le-Fylde Carr Head Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 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 Poulton-le-Fylde Carr Head Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, Poulton-le-Fylde Carr Head 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 | Carr Head Lane, Poulton-le-Fylde, Wyre, FY6 8JB |
| Headteacher | Sharon Nicholson |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 200 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.5% |
| School Capacity | 200 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4501st of 13,686
Nationally
649th of 2,065
In North West
17th of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Carr Head Lane, Poulton-le-Fylde
Wyre, FY6 8JB
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