South Shore Academy Catchment Area
South Shore Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Blackpool , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 576 pupils, and a capacity of 985 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
576
Pupils
985
Capacity
58%
Fill rate
Inadequate
Ofsted 2023
South Shore Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, South Shore 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.
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.
Find Blackpool catchment area documents →South Shore Academy — School Information
- Full address
- St Annes Road, Blackpool, FY4 2AR
- Local authority
- Blackpool
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Free school meals
- 61.5% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 151443
Other Secondary Schools in Blackpool
If South Shore Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Blackpool are the next closest alternatives.
Montgomery Academy Catchment Area
Academy converter · FY2 0AZ
St George's School A Church of England Academy Catchment Area
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Blackpool Aspire Academy Catchment Area
Academy sponsor led · FY3 7LS
St Mary's Catholic Academy Catchment Area
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Highfield Leadership Academy Catchment Area
Academy sponsor led · FY4 3JZ
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Frequently Asked Questions — South Shore Academy
Is South Shore Academy oversubscribed? ▾
South Shore Academy has a capacity of 985 places and currently has 576 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Blackpool.
What is the admissions policy for South Shore Academy? ▾
Admission to South Shore 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 South Shore Academy cover? ▾
South Shore Academy is a secondary school in Blackpool, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for South Shore Academy? ▾
South Shore Academy was rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.