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Thames Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Thames Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Blackpool , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 451 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

451

Pupils

480

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Thames Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Thames 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: 94% 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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Thames Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Severn Road, Blackpool, FY4 1EE
Local authority
Blackpool
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
56% of pupils
DfE URN
138927

Other Primary Schools in Blackpool

If Thames Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Blackpool are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Thames Primary Academy

Is Thames Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Thames Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 480 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Thames Primary Academy?

Admission to Thames 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 Thames Primary Academy cover?

Thames Primary Academy 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 Thames Primary Academy?

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