Baines School

URN: 119813 • Poulton-le-Fylde FY6 8BE

Overview

Name
Baines School
URN
119813
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
44.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Clare Doherty (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01253883019
Website
Visit
Address
Highcross Road, Poulton-le-Fylde FY6 8BE

Summary

Baines School is a voluntary aided secondary school located in Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, serving a mixed-gender student body of 747 pupils, with a capacity for 890. Founded in 1717, the school is committed to fostering both academic excellence and personal development, ensuring that students leave as confident and capable young adults. The school ethos prioritises the holistic growth of each student, encouraging them to thrive in both their studies and social skills.

The curriculum at Baines School is diverse, offering a range of subjects including core areas such as English, Maths, and Science, alongside creative arts, humanities, and vocational courses. The school also provides an enrichment programme to enhance students' learning experiences and support their interests beyond the classroom.

Baines School places a strong emphasis on community and parental involvement, with various resources available for parents to support their children’s education. The school actively engages with families through regular updates, events, and opportunities for communication, fostering a collaborative environment for student success.

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Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
890
Pupils
747
Boys
360
Girls
387
FSM %
30.10
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 747 360 387 890 30.10
2024-09-11 846 401 445 890 29.30
2023-09-11 854 409 445 890 24.90
2022-09-11 854 409 445 890 24.90
2021-09-11 851 411 440 890 21.90
2020-09-11 841 430 411 838 16.40

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