Blackpool Gateway Academy

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

Blackpool, FY16JH Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

34

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
24.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 29.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
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
24 May 2022
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Seymour Road
Blackpool, FY16JH
Phone
1253402936
Website
gateway.fcat.org.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
142175
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Seymour Road, Blackpool, FY1 6JH
Website
www.gateway.fcat.org.uk
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
FYLDE COAST ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420 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
360
Free School Meals
72.9% (262 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.5% (9 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
92.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
27.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
29.0%
Reading Score:
97.0
Maths Score:
96.0
Grammar Score:
96.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 96.0 97.0
2023 96.0 98.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
20 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
40
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
360 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-0.5 per year)

Down -0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Learning today for a brighter tomorrow"

Educational excellence Partnership with parents, governors and the local community Enjoy learning Develop best potential Mutual respect Independence and life-long learning

Head Teacher's Message

A welcome message from Headteacher Miss Nicola Makinson emphasizing inclusive education, the ReadWriteInc phonics focus, nurture, and partnership with families.

Facilities

Disabled access Disabled parking Disabled toilets Lift

Curriculum Highlights

ReadWriteInc Phonics Reading for pleasure

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

After School Club - Gateway Extra, 3:15 pm – 5:30 pm

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