Eastcroft Park School
108%
Capacity
226
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Eastcroft Park School
Eastcroft Park School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 226 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Eastcroft Park School "Good", the school is led by headteacher J Withey, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10313th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 47 in Knowsley.
Eastcroft Park School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 30 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
Eastcroft Park School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 6 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Eastcroft Park School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Netball, Athletics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, Eastcroft Park 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 | Hollinghurst Road, Kirkby, Liverpool, Knowsley, L33 1EB |
| Headteacher | J Withey |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 226 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.7% |
| School Capacity | 226 / 210 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10313th of 13,686
Nationally
1508th of 2,065
In North West
38th of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
52%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eastcroft Park School
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Contact Information
Hollinghurst Road, Kirkby, Liverpool
Knowsley, L33 1EB
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