Fender Primary School
93%
Capacity
243
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Fender Primary School
Fender Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 243 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 262 places).
Ofsted has rated Fender Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Charles Hewitt, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 31% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13229th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 64 in Wirral.
Fender Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 43 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fender Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Football, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Chess, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Fender 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | New Hey Road, Wirral, Wirral, CH49 8HB |
| Headteacher | Charles Hewitt |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 243 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.9% |
| School Capacity | 243 / 262 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (31%)
13229th of 13,686
Nationally
1974th of 2,065
In North West
56th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
31%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
31%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed43
52
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (83% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
New Hey Road, Wirral
Wirral, CH49 8HB
Journey to School
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