St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy
Albert Road, Shanklin, PO37 7LYOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy is a primary school in Shanklin for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 50 schools in Isle of Wight. It ranks 22nd of 35 primary schools in Isle of Wight. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2017.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 27 June 2017, report published 20 July 2017
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 28 February 2023
The relationships between adults and pupils are strong in this caring school. The school's values of wisdom, endurance and friendship underpin everything. St Blasius has been through a turbulent time, with many changes in staff. Senior leaders and the new trust are highly ambitious for every pupil, especially those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They are committed to ensuring that every pupil will succeed. Pupils' behaviour in lessons is exemplary. They know the school rules and the high expectations adults have of them. From the youngest children to the oldest, they do not distract others from their learning. Outside class, pupils are polite and respectful. They enjoy playing with their friends. If pupils fall out or if there is any bullying, they know adults will sort out any difficulties quickly. Pupils feel safe. They are confident that adults will listen to any worry or concern they may have. Pupils enjoy the school trips that they are now able to go on. Pupils in Years 5 and 6 talk excitedly about their trip to the mainland to watch the pantomime. Children in the Reception class are thinking of ways to help support the local zoo they went to.
What the school should improve
- The curriculum in subjects beyond reading and mathematics is still fairly new. Systems for checking on pupils' learning are not embedded. Leaders need to ensure that teachers have a secure picture of what pupils have retained and what they need to learn next.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
25 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
181 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatten and Lake Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
| Broadlea Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 27% met the expected standard |
| Wroxall Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 46% met the expected standard |
| St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 53% met the expected standard |
| Newchurch Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Alex Augustus
- Phone
- 01983862444
- Address
- Albert Road, Shanklin, PO37 7LY
- Local authority
- Isle of Wight
- URN
- 139644
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.