Brookdale Primary School
119%
Capacity
250
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Brookdale Primary School
Brookdale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 250 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (119% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Brookdale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Ball, it falls under Wirral local authority.
Brookdale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 29 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
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 Brookdale Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Athletics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Art Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Brookdale 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Escolme Drive, WIRRAL, Wirral, CH49 1SE |
| Headteacher | Kate Ball |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 250 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.9% |
| School Capacity | 250 / 210 (119% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 30 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Escolme Drive, WIRRAL
Wirral, CH49 1SE
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