Hunts Cross Primary School
91%
Capacity
353
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Hunts Cross Primary School
Hunts Cross Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 353 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 390 places).
Ofsted has rated Hunts Cross Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Ware, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10899th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 79th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Hunts Cross Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 35 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Hunts Cross Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 9 parents).
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 Hunts Cross Primary School include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Tennis, Cricket, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Hunts Cross 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Kingsthorne Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L25 0PJ |
| Headteacher | Nicola Ware |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 353 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.9% |
| School Capacity | 353 / 390 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10899th of 13,686
Nationally
1597th of 2,065
In North West
79th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
50%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hunts Cross Primary School
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Contact Information
Kingsthorne Road, Liverpool
Liverpool, L25 0PJ
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