Birkdale Primary School
108%
Capacity
444
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Birkdale Primary School
Birkdale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 444 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 410 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Birkdale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nick Sheeran, it falls under Sefton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5778th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 59 in Sefton.
Birkdale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 52 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
Birkdale Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 18 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Birkdale Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Cricket, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Birkdale 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Matlock Road, Southport, Sefton, PR8 4EL |
| Headteacher | Nick Sheeran |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 444 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.1% |
| School Capacity | 444 / 410 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5778th of 13,686
Nationally
837th of 2,065
In North West
21st of 59
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
118
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Matlock Road, Southport
Sefton, PR8 4EL
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