St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy
98%
Capacity
248
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy
St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Blackpool community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 248 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 254 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Smith, it falls under Blackpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11209th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 23 in Blackpool.
St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 26 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 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 St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy include Dining Hall, Library, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackpool, St Cuthbert's Catholic 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Lightwood Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool, FY4 2AU |
| Headteacher | Sarah Smith |
| Local Authority | Blackpool |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.3% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 254 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11209th of 13,686
Nationally
1653rd of 2,065
In North West
19th of 23
In Blackpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
48%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
39
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lightwood Avenue, Blackpool
Blackpool, FY4 2AU
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