Greasby Infant School
96%
Capacity
203
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Greasby Infant School
Greasby Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 203 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 212 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Greasby Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natalie Grimster, it falls under Wirral local authority.
Greasby Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 54 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
Greasby Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (90 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Greasby Infant School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Athletics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Greasby Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Barker Lane, Wirral, Wirral, CH49 3NX |
| Headteacher | Natalie Grimster |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.3% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 212 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
90 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
115
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 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.
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Contact Information
Barker Lane, Wirral
Wirral, CH49 3NX
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