Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Blackpool 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 51 schools across Blackpool. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

12%

Outstanding rate

57.5%

Avg KS2 SATs

25.3

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Highfurlong School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
🥈	Blackpool St Nicholas CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	85	View school
🥉	Layton Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
4.	Woodlands School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
5.	St John Vianney's Catholic Primary School, Blackpool Primary	Good	80	View school
6.	St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
7.	Kincraig Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
8.	Westcliff Primary Academy Primary	Good	80	View school
9.	Holy Family Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
10.	St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy Primary	Good	73	View school
11.	St George's School A Church of England Academy Secondary	Good	72	View school
12.	Thames Primary Academy Primary	Good	71	View school
13.	Our Lady of The Assumption Catholic Primary School, Blackpool Primary	Good	71	View school
14.	Westminster Primary Academy Primary	Good	70	View school
15.	Marton Primary Academy and Nursery Primary	Good	70	View school
16.	Roseacre Primary Academy Primary	Good	69	View school
17.	Boundary Primary School Primary	Good	68	View school
18.	Stanley Primary School Primary	Good	67	View school
19.	Bispham Endowed Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	66	View school
20.	Christ The King Catholic Academy Primary	Good	66	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Blackpool?

There are 51 primary & secondary schools in Blackpool, of which 6 (12%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Blackpool?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Blackpool is Highfurlong School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Blackpool?

Primary and secondary school applications in Blackpool are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Blackpool council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Blackpool?

12% of primary & secondary schools in Blackpool are rated Outstanding and 69% are rated Good. 74.5% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.