Blackpool St Nicholas CofE Primary School

URN: 119594 • Blackpool FY4 5DS

Overview

Name
Blackpool St Nicholas CofE Primary School
URN
119594
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
77.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Taylor (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01253966150
Website
Visit
Address
School Road, Blackpool FY4 5DS

Summary

Blackpool St Nicholas Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Blackpool, serving a mixed-gender population of 415 pupils with a capacity of 420. The school is committed to providing a values-based, Christian education that fosters academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development. The ethos of the school emphasizes a family-like environment where collaboration between staff, parents, and the local church community is encouraged to support each child's learning journey.

The curriculum at St Nicholas is designed to meet the individual needs of students, promoting high-quality teaching and learning experiences. The school aims to inspire pupils through creative and memorable activities both inside and outside the classroom, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all learners. With a focus on developing self-belief and resilience, the school encourages children to tackle future challenges confidently.

St Nicholas also values community engagement, regularly updating parents through its website and hosting events such as open evenings. The school’s vision is to prepare every pupil for their best future, guided by the belief that "With God, all things are possible."

Key details

LA
Blackpool
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
415
Boys
225
Girls
190
FSM %
15.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 415 225 190 420 15.40
2024-09-11 406 218 188 420 14.00
2023-09-11 410 212 198 420 15.40
2022-09-11 410 212 198 420 15.40
2021-09-11 403 213 190 420 13.90
2020-09-11 410 224 186 420 10.70

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