Westminster Primary Academy

URN: 144945 • Blackpool FY1 2QE

Overview

Name
Westminster Primary Academy
URN
144945
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
FYLDE COAST ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Beth Latham (since 2025)
Telephone
01253621703
Website
Visit
Address
Westminster Road, Blackpool FY1 2QE

Summary

Westminster Primary Academy, located in Blackpool, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 405 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inspiring environment where children can thrive academically and personally. With a focus on high standards in reading, writing, and maths, Westminster offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to help every child reach their full potential.

The academy prides itself on maintaining a positive atmosphere, emphasizing good behaviour, uniform standards, and a love for learning. Parental involvement is encouraged, with open channels for feedback and communication to enhance the educational experience. The school is part of the Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT), which supports its governance and operational framework.

Westminster Primary Academy received a 'Good' rating in its last Ofsted inspection in January 2022. The school actively works to prepare students to become resilient, respectful, and confident individuals, ready to face future challenges.

Key details

LA
Blackpool
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
FYLDE COAST ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
405
Boys
193
Girls
212
FSM %
71.10
Open date
2017-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-01-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 405 193 212 420 71.10
2024-09-11 414 203 211 420 71.30
2023-09-11 375 201 174 420 74.40
2022-09-11 375 201 174 420 74.40
2021-09-11 391 208 183 420 75.20
2020-09-11 371 186 185 420 66.80

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