Gilmour Primary School
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Ofsted Rating
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Capacity
613
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Gilmour Primary School
Gilmour 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 613 pupils on roll. Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Christopher McDonald, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6250th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Gilmour Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 164 applications for 81 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gilmour Primary School include Forest School, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Tennis, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Science Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Gilmour 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 | Southbank Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L19 9AR |
| Headteacher | Christopher McDonald |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 613 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.0% |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6250th of 13,686
Nationally
898th of 2,065
In North West
39th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed81
164
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
68 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gilmour Primary School
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Contact Information
Southbank Road, Liverpool
Liverpool, L19 9AR
Journey to School
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