Bidston Village CofE (Controlled) Primary School
100%
Capacity
421
Pupils
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Demand
About Bidston Village CofE (Controlled) Primary School
Bidston Village CofE (Controlled) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 421 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bidston Village CofE (Controlled) Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Mina Shahi, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 22% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13515th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 61st out of 64 in Wirral.
Bidston Village CofE (Controlled) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 43 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bidston Village CofE (Controlled) Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 66.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Bidston Village CofE (Controlled) Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Ballantyne Drive, Prenton, Wirral, CH43 7XG |
| Headteacher | Mina Shahi |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 421 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 66.1% |
| School Capacity | 421 / 420 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (22%)
13515th of 13,686
Nationally
2034th of 2,065
In North West
61st of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
22%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
22%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
53
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bidston Village CofE (Controlled) Primary School
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Contact Information
Ballantyne Drive, Prenton
Wirral, CH43 7XG
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