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Blackpool Gateway Academy
Seymour Road, Blackpool, FY1 6JH, Blackpool
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
15.5 / 100
Bottom 16%
Better than 16% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
322
Capacity
420
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
77%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates a solid foundation in education, particularly as it ranks in the top 89% nationally for expected attainment in reading, writing, and mathematics at Key Stage 2. However, only 4% of students achieve the higher standard, indicating room for improvement in challenging learners. Overall, while the school serves a diverse community and has a supportive environment, parents may want to consider its performance in higher attainment levels.
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Last inspected: 24 May 2022Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 44% | Bottom 11% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 4% | Bottom 32% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British56.2%
White Other9.0%
Asian Indian7.1%
Black African5.6%
Asian Pakistani4.0%
Gypsy/Roma3.1%
Other2.8%
Mixed W+B African2.5%
Mixed Other2.5%
Asian Other2.2%
Mixed W+Asian1.9%
White Irish1.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.6%
Asian Bangladeshi0.6%
Location
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53.80305, -3.04806 · FY1 6JH
School details
Local authorityBlackpool
RegionNorth West
URN142175
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.gateway.fcat.org.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Blackpool Gateway Academy rated by Ofsted?
Blackpool Gateway Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 24 May 2022.
Is Blackpool Gateway Academy a good school?
Blackpool Gateway Academy scores 15.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 16% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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