Staining Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
97%
Capacity
237
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Staining Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Staining Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 237 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 245 places).
Ofsted has rated Staining Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Shoulders, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1283rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 21 in Fylde.
Staining Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 31 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Staining Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Tennis, Athletics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Fylde, Staining Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | Staining Road, Blackpool, Fylde, FY3 0BW |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Shoulders |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 237 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.0% |
| School Capacity | 237 / 245 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1283rd of 13,686
Nationally
156th of 2,065
In North West
4th of 21
In Fylde
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
81%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Staining Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Staining Road, Blackpool
Fylde, FY3 0BW
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