Blackpool Council reveals how many primary pupils got preferred school placement
More than 93% of Blackpool children have been offered their first choice primary school, with almost all securing one of their top three preferences.
Blackpool Council has revealed that the vast majority of families have secured one of their preferred primary schools on national offer day.
The council said 93.9% of children starting primary school in September 2026 have been offered a place at their first preference school.
Meanwhile, 98.7% have been offered a place at one of their top three preferred schools.
Cllr Kath Benson, Blackpool Council’s cabinet member for young people and aspiration, said: “Every year our Schools Admission team work hard to give parents their first preference primary school for their children.
“Once again, this year we’ve been able to do that for the vast majority; having done so for 93.9% of families.
“If we’re unable to meet the preference, because of demand or other factors, we endeavour to provide a place at one of their other top three preferences; achieving this for 98.7% of families.
“We know that preparing to send their little ones to primary school is an exciting but also emotional time for parents. We wish all children and families the very best of luck for September.”