St Annes on Sea St Thomas' Church of England Primary School
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About St Annes on Sea St Thomas' Church of England Primary School
St Annes on Sea St Thomas' Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Fylde community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Annes on Sea St Thomas' Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsay Walton, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8974th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 21 in Fylde.
St Annes on Sea St Thomas' Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 19 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
St Annes on Sea St Thomas' Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (26 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Annes on Sea St Thomas' Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Fylde, St Annes on Sea St Thomas' Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | St Thomas' Road, Lytham St Annes, Fylde, FY8 1JN |
| Headteacher | Lindsay Walton |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.6% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Apr 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8974th of 13,686
Nationally
1282nd of 2,065
In North West
17th of 21
In Fylde
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
26 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
77
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 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 St Annes on Sea St Thomas' Church of England Primary School
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
St Thomas' Road, Lytham St Annes
Fylde, FY8 1JN
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