Florence Melly Community Primary School
96%
Capacity
446
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Florence Melly Community Primary School
Florence Melly Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 446 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 464 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Aaron Leach, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6678th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 102 in Liverpool.
Florence Melly Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 116 applications for 59 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
Florence Melly Community Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 4 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (83 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 Florence Melly Community Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Florence Melly 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 | Bushey Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L4 9UA |
| Headteacher | Aaron Leach |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 446 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.6% |
| School Capacity | 446 / 464 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (8 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6678th of 13,686
Nationally
959th of 2,065
In North West
42nd of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
83 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
116
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florence Melly Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Bushey Road, Liverpool
Liverpool, L4 9UA
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