Poulton-le-Fylde St Chad's CofE Primary School
97%
Capacity
237
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Poulton-le-Fylde St Chad's CofE Primary School
Poulton-le-Fylde St Chad's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 237 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 245 places).
Ofsted has rated Poulton-le-Fylde St Chad's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicole Bitsakaki, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7667th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 35 in Wyre.
Poulton-le-Fylde St Chad's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 27 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Poulton-le-Fylde St Chad's CofE Primary School include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Athletics, Tennis, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, Poulton-le-Fylde St Chad's CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Hardhorn Road, Poulton-le-Fylde, Wyre, FY6 7SR |
| Headteacher | Nicole Bitsakaki |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 237 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.3% |
| School Capacity | 237 / 245 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Apr 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7667th of 13,686
Nationally
1088th of 2,065
In North West
27th of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
60%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
96
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Poulton-le-Fylde St Chad's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Hardhorn Road, Poulton-le-Fylde
Wyre, FY6 7SR
Journey to School
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