Best Secondary Schools in Blackpool 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 6 schools across Blackpool. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Blackpool has 6 secondary schools and a further 3 rated Good — 50% of secondary schools in Blackpool are rated Good or Outstanding overall. St George's School A Church of England Academy currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Blackpool follow the national calendar: 31 October for Year 7 secondary entry and 15 January for Reception primary entry. Offers go out on 1 March and 16 April respectively.

6
Total schools
0
Outstanding
0%
Outstanding rate
57.5%
Avg KS2 SATs
25.3
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 St George's School A Church of England Academy
Secondary
 Good 72 View school
🥈 St Mary's Catholic Academy
Secondary
 Good 54 View school
🥉 Montgomery Academy
Secondary
 Good 53 View school
4. Blackpool Aspire Academy
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 38 View school
5. South Shore Academy
Secondary
 Inadequate 35 View school
6. Highfield Leadership Academy
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 30 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Blackpool?
There are 6 secondary schools in Blackpool, of which 0 (0%) 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 St George's School A Church of England Academy. 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?
0% of secondary schools in Blackpool are rated Outstanding and 50% 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.