Blackpool Football School (BFC) welcomes pupils who have not benefited from a positive experience in their previous schools. Some pupils join the school having not attended their previous school for a significant length of time. Leaders aim to provide pupils with the chance to get back on track. Most pupils attend regularly. Pupils study a broad range of subjects, with most leading towards recognised and appropriate qualifications. However, staff do not check carefully enough that pupils are learning suitable subject content in the right order. This means that pupils struggle to build on earlier learning. Pupils are positive about the difference that BFC has had in improving their life opportunities. For example, some pupils shared with inspectors that they have learned more since they joined the school. Sport forms a big part of the curriculum. Pupils enjoy trying out a wide range of different sporting activities. They understand the benefit of doing regular exercise. Pupils are also taught how to handle their emotions sensibly. Pupils feel safe in school and free from bullying and harassment. They are confident that staff will address any concerns. There have been improvements in these areas since the school first opened. While leaders set high expectations for pupils, these are not always met, especially in relation to pupils’ behaviour and attitudes.