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About Blackpool Aspire Academy

Blackpool Aspire Academy continues to be a vibrant, exciting and an inspirational place to be in every day. Educating young people is a privilege and a responsibility. Our expectations for students are very high.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr John Woods

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 2.7
Teaching Quality 2.8
Communication 2.7
Student Wellbeing 2.8
Facilities 2.9

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
17.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Excellent
49.1
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

32.1
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
-1.31
Progress 8
Well below average
23.9%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
38.0%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

2.5% entered EBacc
2.5% achieved EBacc
163 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 13

P
Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Sep 4, 2025
5.0

"Good school"

I’m a previous student but attending a different school. Let me just say I loved this school, I had many home issues but they supported me to their best abilities. There was even a therapist for me, the teachers are so nice and helped me get through my depression and autism diagnosis. In another life, i’d still be at this school but this isn’t that life.. If you’re struggling I’m sure they’ll help you like they helped me. The school is very accepting of people and the students were relatively kind (they will always be weird kids)
Safety & Wellbeing 3/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 3/5
R
Ryan M Unconfirmed
Parent Sep 15, 2024
5.0

"Excellent School with a Strong Focus on Values"

I'm thoroughly impressed with Blackpool Aspire Academy. The school has a strong focus on values such as respect and positive relationships, which is evident in the way the staff and students interact with each other. My child has thrived academically and socially since joining Aspire, and I'm grateful for the opportunities provided.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 5/5
P
Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Sep 12, 2024
1.0

"Very bad as a first high school."

The food taste like cardboard and water taste off and like has germs and the staff have wrong information one time they said something to my cousin then they googled it and it was wrong.
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
P
Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Jul 11, 2024
1.0

"Racist school"

This school is full of racism. I would not recomend your child to go there. I now have anxiety and depression because of the members of staff and the pupils . I'm now thinking of killing myself because of the racist comments about my skin colour from the members of staff and the pupils. Respect black people please
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
P
Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Jul 21, 2023
1.0

"Don't recommend. "

They don't justify going to the dentist or when you have a high temperature and on antibiotics. They agree to the funeral of the next of kin and then you have an unauthorized absence. There's no way to visit the headteacher and solve the problem. The staff from the front desk is useless. Children complain that the toilets are closed during breaks, and if they are open, the teachers chase them away. Teachers refuse to go to the toilet every time.
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Facilities 2/5
P
Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Jun 26, 2023
1.0

"Shit hole"

If o could do 0 stars I would absolutely terrible some teachers are sound tho but most j like shouting at u
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
O
Oliver B Unconfirmed
Parent Jun 20, 2023
5.0

"Exceptional School with a Warm and Welcome Community"

We've been absolutely delighted with Blackpool Aspire Academy since our child joined. The school has a warm and welcoming community, and the staff are incredibly supportive. My child has settled in quickly and is making great progress academically. We feel grateful to be a part of the Aspire community.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
P
Parent Unconfirmed
Parent May 28, 2023
1.0

"How shit is my school?!"

U get bullied and the teachers do nought, they barley even teach us, all they do is shout at us
Safety & Wellbeing 2/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 3/5
E
Emily W Unconfirmed
Parent Feb 20, 2023
5.0

"Outstanding Education and Facilities"

As a former parent of a student at Blackpool Aspire Academy, I can confidently say that the education and facilities provided are truly outstanding. My child excelled academically and socially during their time at Aspire, and I attribute this to the school's commitment to providing a high-quality education and fostering positive relationships.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
P
Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Dec 13, 2022
1.0

"Terrible school"

My son went here he is in year 7. The staff are absolutely terrible my son got bullied by both the staff and the students he got anxiety and depression coming to aspire I wouldn't recommend
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 2/5
H
Hannah T Unconfirmed
Parent Nov 1, 2022
4.0

"Good School with Some Areas for Improvement"

Overall, I'm satisfied with Blackpool Aspire Academy, but there are some areas that need improvement. The facilities are excellent, and the staff are generally supportive. However, I've noticed that the school could do more to engage parents in the learning process. I'm hoping to see some changes in this area soon.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 5/5
P
Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Apr 5, 2022
2.0

"Don't recommend"

Kids there are rude. Teachers do nothing about bullying. Care more about correct uniform the your education. Will chase you out of school so you can serve a dt. Year 7 is crazy. Teachers do nearly to nothing about homophobia and racism as well as sexual harassment. Lock you in like it's a prison. But has good English teachers.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 2/5
Communication 2/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 2/5
P
Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Mar 22, 2022
1.0

"Horrible school. AVOID"

Fucking horrible. Teachers are disgusting to the pupils. My daughter has gotten severe anxiety because of the ultra strict rules and regulations. I will be changing schools as this cant go on
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5

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