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199<p>Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) was established in 2012 by Fylde Coast Teaching School, a partnership of Blackpool Sixth Form College and Hodgson Academy, both &ldquo;Outstanding&rdquo; learning organisations recognised for their contribution to education on a national level. Our aim is to ensure first class learning opportunities for all young people on the Fylde Coast and across Lancashire. Learners are at the heart of what we do and their outcomes and successes are what drive us. We are a Multi-Academy Trust working in partnership with educational institutions at the heart of our local community, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing which is critical to our culture of continuous improvement.</p>
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