With applications for secondary school places in Lancashire closing next Monday (October 31), we’ve collected all of those in Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre who have been deemed the very best in the county.
In total, seven schools and colleges across the area are currently rated as ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted – however, only one of these offers mainstream education.
Take a look at the schools below, orded by the most recently inspected:
1. Outstanding schools
Take a look at which secondary schools in Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre are rated the best. Photo: NW
2. The Blackpool Sixth Form College
The Blackpool Sixth Form College on Blackpool Old Road, Blackpool, was given an outstanding rating in their most recent inspection report on March 3 2022. Photo: Google Maps
3. Spen Brook School (an independent special school)
Spen Brook School on Hawes Side Lane, Blackpool, was given an outstanding rating in their most recent inspection report on November 14 2019. Photo: Google Maps
4. Red Marsh School (a special school)
Red Marsh School on Holly Road, Blackpool, was given an outstanding rating in their most recent inspection report on March 12 2019. Photo: Google Maps
5. Highfurlong School (a special school)
Highfurlong School on Blackpool Old Road, Blackpool, was given an outstanding rating in their most recent inspection report on November 5 2018. Photo: Google Maps
6. Park Community Academy (a special school)
Park Community Academy on 158 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool, was given an outstanding rating in their most recent inspection report on June 28 2018. Photo: Google Maps