Greenleas Primary School
90%
Capacity
285
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Greenleas Primary School
Greenleas Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 285 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Greenleas Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Edwards, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10373rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 64 in Wirral.
Greenleas Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 29 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Greenleas Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.5/5 from 15 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Greenleas Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Art Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Greenleas 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Green Lane, Wallasey, Wirral, CH45 8LZ |
| Headteacher | Sharon Edwards |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 285 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.9% |
| School Capacity | 285 / 315 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10373rd of 13,686
Nationally
1523rd of 2,065
In North West
36th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
52%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Green Lane, Wallasey
Wirral, CH45 8LZ
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