Primary
Ofsted Requires Improvement
About Waterloo Primary Academy
Waterloo Primary Academy is a special school where children show respect and kindness to one another and value the world around them. We believe strongly that our children deserve the best possible chances in life and that they learn best when there are strong links between home and school. Our vision is to ensure that Waterloo is a home where every member of the school family is known, loved and valued and a place where we can all learn, grow & flourish together and achieve amazing things.
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Jenny Brown
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.7
Teaching Quality
4.7
Communication
4.7
Student Wellbeing
5.0
Facilities
4.7
School Workforce
Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025
Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
22.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
27.7
Teachers (FTE)
Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.
Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)
Exam performance data • 2023-2024
47.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths
Meeting expected standard
Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables
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Reviews 4
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Emily B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2022
5.0
"Waterloo Primary Academy is a Hidden Gem!"
We moved to Blackpool last year and were worried about finding a good school for our daughter. Waterloo Primary Academy has exceeded all our expectations! The staff are friendly and supportive, and the facilities are modern and well-maintained. We love the emphasis on kindness and respect that the school promotes.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
D
David T
Unconfirmed
Parent
Mar 15, 2022
4.0
"Great school, but a few hiccups"
My son has been at Waterloo Primary Academy for a year now, and overall we're very pleased with the school. The teachers are great, and the school's focus on kindness and respect is wonderful. However, we've had a few issues with communication from the school, and the playground can get a bit crowded during playtime.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
4/5
S
Samantha G
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jan 1, 2022
5.0
"Waterloo Primary Academy is a wonderful community!"
We've been at Waterloo Primary Academy for a few months now, and it's been a great experience. The school has a real sense of community, and the staff are all very supportive. We love the emphasis on literacy and numeracy, and our child is making great progress.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
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Rebecca W
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 1, 2020
5.0
"A great school with wonderful staff"
My son went to Waterloo Primary Academy a few years ago, and we had a great experience. The staff are all very dedicated and supportive, and the school's focus on kindness and respect is wonderful. We're still in touch with some of the teachers, and they're always happy to chat and catch up.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
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