Lancashire Alternative Provision

URN: 149017 • Blackpool FY3 7UN

Overview

Name
Lancashire Alternative Provision
URN
149017
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sophie Riley (since 2023)
Previous head
Melissa Wainman
Telephone
07949954015
Website
Visit
Address
30 Mowbray Drive, Blackpool FY3 7UN

Summary

Lancashire Alternative Provision (LAP) is an independent school located in Blackpool, serving a mixed-gender student body of 38 pupils, with a capacity for 40. The school is dedicated to providing an inclusive educational environment that prioritises the individual needs of each student. LAP aims to equip learners with essential skills, fostering a sense of responsibility and encouraging them to become dynamic and virtuous citizens.

The curriculum at LAP focuses on inspiring students through effective communication and critical thinking, ensuring that they are engaged in their own learning journey. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, aiming to instill a passion for continuous learning among its students.

LAP is committed to supporting its pupils in a nurturing community context, where they can thrive academically and socially. The school’s mission reflects its dedication to excellence in education, preparing students to face future challenges with confidence and resilience. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at Lancashirealternativeprovision.co.uk.

Key details

LA
Blackpool
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
40
Pupils
38
Boys
24
Girls
14
FSM %
Open date
2022-06-28
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 38 24 14 40
2024-09-11 34 20 14 40
2023-09-11 40
2022-09-11 40

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