Devonshire Park Primary School
83%
Capacity
431
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Devonshire Park Primary School
Devonshire Park Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 431 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 520 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Devonshire Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ian Hunt, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12288th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 64 in Wirral.
Devonshire Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 40 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Devonshire Park Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.5/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (85 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Devonshire Park Primary School include Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Devonshire Park 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 | Temple Road, Birkenhead, Wirral, CH42 9JX |
| Headteacher | Ian Hunt |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 431 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.7% |
| School Capacity | 431 / 520 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12288th of 13,686
Nationally
1819th of 2,065
In North West
49th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
42%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
85 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Devonshire Park Primary School
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Contact Information
Temple Road, Birkenhead
Wirral, CH42 9JX
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