Stanley Primary School
93%
Capacity
584
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Stanley Primary School
Stanley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blackpool community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 584 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Stanley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Jane Murphy, it falls under Blackpool local authority.
Stanley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 84 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 74 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stanley Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blackpool, Stanley 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Wordsworth Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool, FY3 9UT |
| Headteacher | Sarah Jane Murphy |
| Local Authority | Blackpool |
| Number of Pupils | 584 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.7% |
| School Capacity | 584 / 630 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Sept 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed84
127
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
74 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wordsworth Avenue, Blackpool
Blackpool, FY3 9UT
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