Best Primary Schools in Blackpool 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 30 schools across Blackpool. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

57.5%

Avg KS2 SATs

25.3

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Kincraig Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
🥈	Blackpool St Nicholas CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
🥉	Layton Primary School Primary	Outstanding	71	View school
4.	St John Vianney's Catholic Primary School, Blackpool Primary	Good	67	View school
5.	Blackpool St John's Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	67	View school
6.	Westcliff Primary Academy Primary	Good	66	View school
7.	Marton Primary Academy and Nursery Primary	Good	64	View school
8.	St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy Primary	Good	63	View school
9.	Christ The King Catholic Academy Primary	Good	62	View school
10.	Thames Primary Academy Primary	Good	62	View school
11.	Waterloo Primary Academy Primary	Good	61	View school
12.	Holy Family Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	61	View school
13.	Westminster Primary Academy Primary	Good	61	View school
14.	Our Lady of The Assumption Catholic Primary School, Blackpool Primary	Good	61	View school
15.	Roseacre Primary Academy Primary	Good	60	View school
16.	Anchorsholme Primary Academy Primary	Good	59	View school
17.	Stanley Primary School Primary	Good	59	View school
18.	Baines' Endowed Church of England Primary Academy Primary	Good	58	View school
19.	Moor Park Primary School Primary	Good	57	View school
20.	Bispham Endowed Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	57	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Blackpool?

There are 30 primary schools in Blackpool, of which 2 (7%) 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 Kincraig Primary 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?

7% of primary schools in Blackpool are rated Outstanding and 87% 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.