Irby Primary School

About Irby Primary School

Irby Primary School is a state-funded, mixed-gender primary for children aged 2 to 11 in Wirral, and it is currently significantly oversubscribed. The school has a published capacity of 220 pupils but actually houses 251, meaning it is running well above its official limit. For the 2025/26 academic year, the school received 63 total applications for just 30 places, an oversubscription ratio of 2.1 to one. Of those 63 applications, 30 were first-preference choices, and 28 of those first-preference families were offered a place. This level of demand suggests strong local reputation. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 3.6%, which is notably low compared with the national average for primary schools, and likely reflects the demographic profile of the immediate catchment area. The school also offers nursery provision for children from age 2, which may contribute to its appeal for local families seeking continuity from early years through to Year 6.

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