All-ThroughCo-educationalISI · Excellent
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AKS Lytham

Lytham St Annes, Lancashire · FY8 1DT

AAB+ A-level

32.4%

9–7 GCSE

45.3%

Day fees

£13k

Inspection

Excellent

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AKS Lytham is a coeducational independent all-through school (ages 0–18) located on the Fylde Coast in Lancashire, serving families across the region. The school emphasises a nurturing, supportive environment with tailored academic provision and a broad co-curricular offer. As a member of United Learning, it combines traditional independent schooling values with contemporary pastoral and safeguarding practices.

  • All-through provision from nursery to sixth form enabling continuity and smooth transitions
  • Supportive, individualised approach to academic progress rather than high-pressure competitive culture
  • Strong co-curricular programmes in music, drama, sport and enrichment activities
  • Accessible location on the Fylde Coast with established transport routes serving the area

Who thrives here

Pupils who benefit from a nurturing, supportive environment and value breadth across academics, arts and sport. Families seeking an independent school without the intensity of highly selective grammar-school culture will find the tailored approach appealing.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports50th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing100th pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Number of pupils798
Sixth form92
Pupils with SEND60
Age range11–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£13.2k/yr
AssociationsUnited Learning
Settingsuburban
LocationSchool operates transport routes across the Fylde Coast and Preston areas; located close to two local railway stations.

Contact & visit

Clifton Drive South

Lytham St Annes, Lancashire

FY8 1DT

www.akslytham.com
01253784100
Mr David Harrow, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Lytham railway station5 min
St Annes-on-the-Sea railway station8 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at AKS Lytham?

Day fees at AKS Lytham are approximately £13,248 per year (2025/26).

How do you get into AKS Lytham?

AKS Lytham admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are AKS Lytham's exam results?

At AKS Lytham, 32.4% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 45.3% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is AKS Lytham a boarding school?

AKS Lytham is a day school in Lytham St Annes and does not offer boarding.

What is AKS Lytham's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated AKS Lytham “Excellent” (2022).

What parents say

Frequently praised

Supportive, nurturing pastoral care valued by families

All-through continuity and smooth transition between school phases

Breadth of co-curricular opportunities in music, drama and sport

Accessible, family-friendly independent school culture

Common concerns

!School not yet inspected by Ofsted; limited external validation of academic and pastoral provision