Best 3 Primary schools in Fylde – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School (Primary) in Lytham St Annes; Lytham Hall Park Primary School (Primary) in Lytham St Annes; The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham (Primary) in Preston — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School, Lytham Hall Park Primary School and The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham. They are primary phase and voluntary aided school, community school and academy converter type located around Lytham St Annes, Lancashire and Preston, Lancashire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School), published May 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School (May 2023). average roll around ≈ 250, combined total ≈ 800, typical FSM 5–10%, range 5–10%–5–10%; all within the The Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi Academy Trust trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School FY8 1LB	Lytham Hall Park Primary School FY8 4QU	The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham PR4 2BT
Phase / Type	Primary • Voluntary aided school	Primary • Community school	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Lytham St Annes Lancashire FY8 1LB	Lytham St Annes Lancashire FY8 4QU	Preston Lancashire PR4 2BT
Latest Ofsted	1 21 May 2023	1 23 Nov 2021	1 23 Dec 2015
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	210	420	210
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Lancashire (888)	Lancashire (888)	The Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi Academy Trust
Website	www.ourladystarofthesea.lancs.sch.uk	www.hallpark.lancs.sch.uk	www.willows.lancs.sch.uk
Telephone	01253726015	01253738864	01772684371
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School

FY8 1LB

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Lytham St Annes
Lancashire
FY8 1LB
Ofsted: 1 21 May 2023
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lancashire (888)
Website: www.ourladystarofthesea.lancs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01253726015

Lytham Hall Park Primary School

FY8 4QU

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Lytham St Annes
Lancashire
FY8 4QU
Ofsted: 1 23 Nov 2021
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lancashire (888)
Website: www.hallpark.lancs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01253738864

The Willows Catholic Primary School, Kirkham

PR4 2BT

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Preston
Lancashire
PR4 2BT
Ofsted: 1 23 Dec 2015
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi Academy Trust
Website: www.willows.lancs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01772684371

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.

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