Thames Primary Academy

A good academy converter school in Blackpool. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Thames Primary Academy.

Blackpool, FY41EE Ofsted: Good Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

56

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
47.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 56.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
56.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 10.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
17 September 2014
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Severn Road
Blackpool, FY41EE
Phone
1253341466
Website
thames.atctrust.org.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138927
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Severn Road, Blackpool, FY4 1EE
Website
https://thames.atctrust.org.uk
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ACHIEVEMENT THROUGH COLLABORATION TRUST
Capacity
480 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
435
Free School Meals
58.6% (255 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
6.2% (27 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.8%
Good
Persistent Absence
21.8%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
56.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
10.0%
Reading Score:
104.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
102.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 104.0
2023 104.0 103.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
22 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
44
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
435 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Stable performance

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Let their Potential Soar"

Positivity Respect Integrity Determination Excellence

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message from Headteacher Julie Allison inviting families to visit Thames Primary Academy and Nursery; emphasises a well-rounded education, mastery of basic skills, modernised facilities, high expectations and a commitment to helping every child reach their potential.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Thames Tigers

Facilities

Modernised and refurbished classrooms Outdoor play areas (OPAL) State-of-the-art technology in learning environments

Curriculum Highlights

Broad and inclusive curriculum rich in possibilities with a strong grounding in mastering the basics (reading, writing, mathematics) Curriculum drivers include Cultural capital, Community, Communication, Possibilities and Healthy Advocates High expectations and inclusive teaching with a focus on relationships Nest SEN provision integrated into the curriculum

SEND Provision

The Nest is an SEN provision for SEMH with 24 pupils in three classes (Robins Y1-2, Owls Y3-4, Eagles Y5-6); staff include SEMH specialist support assistants and a Learning Mentor; the curriculum is largely aligned to the National Curriculum for Key Stage 2 and is differentiated; pupils have access to specialist support (Blackpool Inclusion Team, Educational Psychology, Primary Mental Health, Speech and Language therapy) and a range of interventions (Zones of Regulation, Boxall Profile, Lego Therapy, Art therapy, Resilience Building and Mindfulness); transition and integration with mainstream provision is emphasized.

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