Churchtown Primary School
80%
Capacity
676
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Churchtown Primary School
Churchtown Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 676 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 840 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Churchtown Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jinnie Payne, it falls under Sefton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7052nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 59 in Sefton.
Churchtown Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 161 applications for 68 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Churchtown Primary School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Churchtown 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 | St Cuthbert's Road, Southport, Sefton, PR9 7NN |
| Headteacher | Jinnie Payne |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 676 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.2% |
| School Capacity | 676 / 840 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7052nd of 13,686
Nationally
1017th of 2,065
In North West
26th of 59
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
62%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed68
161
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Cuthbert's Road, Southport
Sefton, PR9 7NN
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