Clifton Primary School in St Annes appoints interim headteacher following leadership change
"The Governing Board is working closely with the Local Authority and School Advisers.”
Clifton Primary School in St Annes is now under the leadership of an experienced interim headteacher following the departure of its headteacher.
Denise Preston, Chair of Governors at Clifton Primary School, said the interim headteacher’s priority is the welfare of pupils and ensuring they receive the best possible education.
She said: "Our school is now under the leadership of an experienced headteacher who has been appointed on an interim basis and whose priority remains the welfare of our pupils and ensuring they have the best education possible.
"The Governing Board is working closely with the Local Authority and School Advisers to ensure that appropriate permanent leadership arrangements are established as quickly as possible and any updates will be communicated with parents and carers."
The school is currently seeking to establish permanent leadership arrangements, with the governing board working alongside Lancashire County Council and school advisers. Lancashire School Jobs+1
Clifton Primary School, on Clitheroe Road in Ansdell, Lytham St Annes, is a community primary school. Current published information lists the school as having provision for children aged four to 11, as well as specialist SEND provision.
Lancashire County Council has also published a permanent headteacher vacancy for the school, with the position advertised as starting from January 2027, although governors will consider a later start for the right candidate.