Broad Square Community Primary School
91%
Capacity
410
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Broad Square Community Primary School
Broad Square Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 410 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Broad Square Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charlotte Foden, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9313th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 66th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Broad Square Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 35 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Broad Square Community Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Swimming, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Broad Square Community 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 | Broad Square, Liverpool, Liverpool, L11 1BS |
| Headteacher | Charlotte Foden |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 410 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.2% |
| School Capacity | 410 / 450 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9313th of 13,686
Nationally
1340th of 2,065
In North West
66th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
55%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Broad Square, Liverpool
Liverpool, L11 1BS
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