A not judged academy converter school in Blackpool. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Devonshire Primary Academy.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Official inspection outcomes
Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 103.0 | 106.0 |
| 2023 | 99.0 | 102.0 |
Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends
Derived insights and analysis
Improving trend (+4.0 per year)
Up 4.0% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"The Best That We Can Be"
Headteacher Mr Daniel Simm welcomes visitors and emphasises providing all pupils with an education that enables them to reach their full potential, in a secure and caring environment, with a balanced curriculum and high expectations for behaviour and learning.
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Breakfast Club starts at 8:00am; After-School Club runs from the end of the school day until 5:10pm. Breakfast Club costs £3.00 per session; After-School Club costs £6.00 per session. Payments must be made in advance via ParentPay or PayPoint. The academy states a ‘no debts’ policy and notes that card payments over the phone or in the office are not accepted.
SEND Information Report 2025-26
Admissions policy operates on an equal preference basis; planned admission number (PAN) for primary is 60; live in Blackpool you apply to Blackpool Council for a primary school place; admissions to Preschool PAN is 52; the academy acts as admissions authority and follows the same basis as the Local Authority; the 2026-27 admissions policy is available to read.
School dinners cost £2.52 per day for Years 3-6; Universal Infant Free School Meals available for Reception-Year 2; dinners must be paid in advance via ParentPay or at PayPoint shops; a ‘no debt’ policy applies to school meals; changes between dinners and packed lunches must be requested one week in advance.
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