Lytham St Annes Mayfield Primary School

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 24 March 2026

Pupils are proud to be members of this vibrant school community. They are eager to come to school in the morning, anticipating the day ahead. The warm relationships that pupils build with both staff and each other help them to feel important. If pupils feel anxious, staff strive to help them overcome their worries. Pupils feel well cared for, valued and protected in this safe haven. This supports pupils to attend school regularly and to be ready for learning. Leaders have created an environment where pupils are eager to learn. Pupils have extremely positive attitudes to their learning. This starts in the early years, where children’s curiosity is sparked by the activities on offer. The carefully designed curriculum builds pupils’ learning and broadens their experiences as they move through the school. Typically, pupils achieve well. By the time they leave Year 6, pupils are well prepared for the next stage of their education. Pupils behave extremely well. Classrooms are industrious, and social times are enjoyable and harmonious. There is a happy and calm feel throughout school. Pupils enjoy being recognised for their kindness and ability to care for each other. It is unusual for pupils to fall out with each other. Bullying is a very rare occurrence. Pupils look forward to finding out who will receive the ‘you are great’ awards that are nominated by pupils and staff. Pupils receive an impressive diet of opportunities beyond their academic learning. Leaders are committed to offering varied and rich experiences to pupils. The school is highly inclusive. Leaders successfully break down barriers for pupils facing challenges in their learning or wellbeing, ensuring that pupils benefit from all that the school has to offer. Central to the success of the school is leaders’ expertise at developing pupils’ confidence. Pupils thrive in their regular participation in sports league events and school theatre productions, such as a forthcoming pantomime. They make great strides in their development as respectful, responsible and caring young citizens.

What the school should improve

• Leaders should continue to further refine their work to ensure that teaching supports pupils to apply and connect their learning to the same high standard in all subjects.
• Leaders should ensure that the systems, routines and strategies in place to develop pupils' phonics and multiplication knowledge and skills secure sustained improvements in pupils’ achievement and that these gains are reflected in published results.

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