St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-le-Fylde
98%
Capacity
205
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-le-Fylde
St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-le-Fylde is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-le-Fylde "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Sayers, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4051st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 35 in Wyre.
St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-le-Fylde is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 15 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-le-Fylde parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (59 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-le-Fylde include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-le-Fylde 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Breck Road, Poulton-le-Fylde, Wyre, FY6 7HT |
| Headteacher | Nicola Sayers |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.3% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4051st of 13,686
Nationally
585th of 2,065
In North West
13th of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
59 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
70
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-le-Fylde
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Breck Road, Poulton-le-Fylde
Wyre, FY6 7HT
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