St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School
106%
Capacity
214
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School
St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Blackpool community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (106% of 202 places).
Ofsted has rated St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christine Murray, it falls under Blackpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6122nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 23 in Blackpool.
St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 29 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (35 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School include Library, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Rounders, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Art Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackpool, St Kentigern's Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Newton Drive, Blackpool, Blackpool, FY3 8BT |
| Headteacher | Christine Murray |
| Local Authority | Blackpool |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.9% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 202 (106% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6122nd of 13,686
Nationally
884th of 2,065
In North West
8th of 23
In Blackpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
35 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Newton Drive, Blackpool
Blackpool, FY3 8BT
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