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Marton Primary Academy and Nursery Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Marton Primary Academy and Nursery is a academy sponsor led primary school in Blackpool , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 326 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

326

Pupils

360

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Marton Primary Academy and Nursery Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Marton Primary Academy and Nursery sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Blackpool. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 91% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Blackpool before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Marton Primary Academy and Nursery — School Information

Full address
Whernside, Off Highfield Road, Blackpool, FY4 5LY
Local authority
Blackpool
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
41.6% of pupils
DfE URN
141867

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Frequently Asked Questions — Marton Primary Academy and Nursery

Is Marton Primary Academy and Nursery oversubscribed?

Marton Primary Academy and Nursery is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Marton Primary Academy and Nursery?

Admission to Marton Primary Academy and Nursery is managed by Blackpool. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Marton Primary Academy and Nursery cover?

Marton Primary Academy and Nursery is a primary school in Blackpool, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Marton Primary Academy and Nursery?

Marton Primary Academy and Nursery was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.