{"id":615,"date":"2024-07-19T15:31:12","date_gmt":"2024-07-19T15:31:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history\/?p=615"},"modified":"2025-08-25T13:02:25","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T13:02:25","slug":"arnold-school-merges-with-king-edward-vii-and-queen-mary-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/arnold-school-merges-with-king-edward-vii-and-queen-mary-school\/","title":{"rendered":"Arnold School Merges with King Edward VII and Queen Mary School"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\r\n<p>In September 2012, <a href=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/armfield-academy-opens-on-former-site-of-arnold-school\/\"><strong>Arnold School<\/strong><\/a> merged with King Edward VII and Queen Mary School in Lytham St Annes to form Arnold KEQMS (now AKS Lytham), and from September 2013 the new school was fully co-located at the Lytham St Annes site.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arnold School, a respected independent school with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1880, closed in 2013 when it merged with King Edward VII and Queen Mary School (KEQMS) in Lytham St Annes to form a new institution called AKS Lytham, as seen in the picture of its current state. The merger was designed to combine the strengths of both schools, offering students a broader range of educational opportunities and resources. The decision to merge was driven by the need to enhance educational offerings, consolidate resources, and ensure long-term sustainability in a changing educational landscape. This strategic change required significant investment. <a href=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/frank-parkinson-founds-f-parkinson-son-ltd\/\"><strong>Parkinson<\/strong><\/a> provided the building work to realise the vision.<\/p>\r\n<p>The creation of AKS Lytham allowed the continuation of the rich traditions and values of both Arnold School and KEQMS while providing modern facilities and an expanded curriculum for its students. Arnold School had a long and proud history as an independent institution, established in 1880 with a strong focus on providing high-quality education in a supportive and nurturing environment. The school served students across various age groups, from primary to secondary education, offering a broad curriculum designed to meet their educational needs and prepare them for future studies and careers. Alongside academic excellence, Arnold School placed great emphasis on extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and personal development.<\/p>\r\n<p>The school was founded through the philanthropic efforts of local residents who wanted to provide educational opportunities for children. Over the years, Arnold School grew, expanding its facilities and enhancing its academic programs while staying true to its traditional values and commitment to student welfare. The school offered modern facilities, including state-of-the-art classrooms, science labs, sports complexes, and creative arts spaces, supporting a wide range of academic and extracurricular programs that allowed students to explore their interests and develop their talents. Arnold School was known for its strong sense of community, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. The school engaged with both local and international communities through various initiatives, including charity events and global outreach programs. Its commitment to personal development and emphasis on both academic and extracurricular achievements made Arnold School a significant part of the educational landscape. The closure and merger to form AKS Lytham marked the end of an era but also began a new chapter, continuing the legacy of excellence established by Arnold School.<\/p>\r\n<div id=\"attachment_6228\" style=\"width: 1290px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6228\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6228\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Arnold-School-enhanced-crop.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1280\" height=\"685\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-6228\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Buildings of the closed Arnold School, Arnold Avenue, Blackpool. \u00a9 Robin Stott<\/p><\/div>\r\n<div id=\"attachment_9704\" style=\"width: 2010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9704\" class=\"wp-image-9704 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AKEQM-Whole-School-2000.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"740\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9704\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">AKS Lytham Independent School \u00a9 Deeper Blue Marketing &amp; Design Ltd<\/p><\/div>\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-9703\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/AKEQM-Sign-1000.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1486\" \/>\r\n<div id=\"attachment_9705\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9705\" class=\"wp-image-9705 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Pavillion-1000.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"751\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9705\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Pavilion \u00a9 Deeper Blue Marketing &amp; Design Ltd<\/p><\/div>\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6364\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/KEQMS-1000.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"400\" \/>\r\n<p>AKS as it is today\u00a0<a title=\"User:CoasterKaty\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/User:CoasterKaty\">\u00a9CoasterKaty<\/a>\u00a0 <a class=\"mw-mmv-license\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CC BY 3.0<\/a><\/p>\r\n<div id=\"attachment_9707\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9707\" class=\"wp-image-9707 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Queen-Mary-1-1000.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"470\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9707\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Queen Mary School for Girls \u00a9 Deeper Blue Marketing &amp; Design Ltd<\/p><\/div>\r\n<div id=\"attachment_9708\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9708\" class=\"wp-image-9708 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Queen-Mary-Entrance-1000.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"751\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9708\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Queen Mary School for Girls Entrance \u00a9 Deeper Blue Marketing &amp; Design Ltd<\/p><\/div>\r\n<div id=\"attachment_9706\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9706\" class=\"wp-image-9706 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Queen-Mary-Plaque-1000.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"751\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9706\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u00a9 Deeper Blue Marketing &amp; Design Ltd<\/p><\/div>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In September 2012, Arnold School merged with King Edward VII and Queen Mary School in Lytham St Annes to form Arnold KEQMS (now AKS Lytham), and from September 2013 the new school was fully co-located at the Lytham St Annes site. Arnold School, a respected independent school with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1880, closed in 2013 when it merged with King Edward VII and Queen Mary School (KEQMS) in Lytham St Annes to form a new institution called AKS Lytham, as seen in the picture of its current state. 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