St Mary's Catholic Academy
URN: 141257 • Blackpool FY3 7EQ
Overview
- Name
- St Mary's Catholic Academy
- URN
- 141257
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE BLESSED EDWARD BAMBER CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 71.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Eccles (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01253396286
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- St Walburga's Road, Blackpool FY3 7EQ
Summary
St Mary's Catholic Academy, located in Blackpool, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,184 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 1,199. The school has a strong Catholic ethos, rooted in the traditions of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, which emphasizes the importance of happiness in learning. This historical foundation informs the academy's commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all students.
The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, offering a broad range of subjects and opportunities for personal development. The school also hosts a sixth form, providing pathways for further education and career readiness. St Mary's actively engages with the community, encouraging parental involvement and promoting a sense of belonging among students and families.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (36.40%), St Mary's is dedicated to providing support and resources to ensure that all students can thrive academically and socially. The academy's long-standing history and commitment to educational excellence make it a cornerstone of the Blackpool community.
The curriculum at St Mary's is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, offering a broad range of subjects and opportunities for personal development. The school also hosts a sixth form, providing pathways for further education and career readiness. St Mary's actively engages with the community, encouraging parental involvement and promoting a sense of belonging among students and families.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (36.40%), St Mary's is dedicated to providing support and resources to ensure that all students can thrive academically and socially. The academy's long-standing history and commitment to educational excellence make it a cornerstone of the Blackpool community.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Events Calendar (calendar)
- Skip to content (other)
- [email protected] (other)
- [email protected] (other)
- St. Mary's (other)
- Admissions & Appeals (other)
- Policies & Documentation (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- Term Dates & Opening Times (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Blackpool
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE BLESSED EDWARD BAMBER CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1199
- Pupils
- 1184
- Boys
- 585
- Girls
- 599
- FSM %
- 36.40
- Open date
- 2014-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1184 | 585 | 599 | 1199 | 36.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1205 | 587 | 618 | 1199 | 33.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1212 | 600 | 612 | 1199 | 29.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1212 | 600 | 612 | 1199 | 29.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1225 | 603 | 622 | 1199 | 25.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1201 | 590 | 611 | 1199 | 20.40 |
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
Please sign in to post a review.
Go to login
Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.