Halewood Church of England Primary Academy
113%
Capacity
237
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Halewood Church of England Primary Academy
Halewood Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 237 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Halewood Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dave Catt, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 90% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 302nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 47 in Knowsley.
Halewood Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 29 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe 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 Halewood Church of England Primary Academy include Forest School, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Gymnastics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Chess, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, Halewood Church of England Primary Academy 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Church Road, Liverpool, Knowsley, L26 6LB |
| Headteacher | Dave Catt |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 237 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.6% |
| School Capacity | 237 / 210 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (90%)
302nd of 13,686
Nationally
50th of 2,065
In North West
1st of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
90%
Expected Standard
31%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
90%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Halewood Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Church Road, Liverpool
Knowsley, L26 6LB
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