St Wulstan's and St Edmund's Catholic Academy
84%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St Wulstan's and St Edmund's Catholic Academy
St Wulstan's and St Edmund's Catholic Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wyre community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 246 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Wulstan's and St Edmund's Catholic Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Solloway, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9492nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 35 in Wyre.
St Wulstan's and St Edmund's Catholic Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 21 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
St Wulstan's and St Edmund's Catholic Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (29 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Wulstan's and St Edmund's Catholic Academy include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Eco Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wyre, St Wulstan's and St Edmund'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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Poulton Road, Fleetwood, Wyre, FY7 7JY |
| Headteacher | Samantha Solloway |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.6% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 246 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9492nd of 13,686
Nationally
1379th of 2,065
In North West
30th of 35
In Wyre
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
29 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Wulstan's and St Edmund's Catholic Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Poulton Road, Fleetwood
Wyre, FY7 7JY
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