Evelyn Community Primary School
104%
Capacity
254
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Evelyn Community Primary School
Evelyn Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 254 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 245 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Evelyn Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher S Macleod, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3487th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 47 in Knowsley.
Evelyn Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 32 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
Evelyn Community Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.0/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Evelyn Community Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, Evelyn 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 | Evelyn Avenue, Prescot, Knowsley, L34 2SP |
| Headteacher | S Macleod |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 254 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.5% |
| School Capacity | 254 / 245 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 May 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Dec 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3487th of 13,686
Nationally
493rd of 2,065
In North West
7th of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
72%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Evelyn Avenue, Prescot
Knowsley, L34 2SP
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