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Norbreck Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Norbreck Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 589 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–11

Age range

589

Pupils

630

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Norbreck Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Norbreck Primary Academy 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: 93% 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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Norbreck Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Norbreck Road, Thornton-Cleveleys, FY5 1PD
Local authority
Blackpool
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
19.5% of pupils
DfE URN
138739

Other Primary Schools in Thornton-Cleveleys

If Norbreck Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Thornton-Cleveleys are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Norbreck Primary Academy

Is Norbreck Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Norbreck Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 630 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Norbreck Primary Academy?

Admission to Norbreck Primary Academy 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 Norbreck Primary Academy cover?

Norbreck Primary Academy is a primary school in Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Norbreck Primary Academy?

Norbreck Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.