Irby Primary School
114%
Capacity
251
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Irby Primary School
Irby 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 251 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (114% of 220 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Irby Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Dixon, it falls under Wirral local authority.
Irby Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 30 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Irby Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Art Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Irby 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 | Coombe Road, Wirral, Wirral, CH61 4UR |
| Headteacher | Richard Dixon |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 251 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.6% |
| School Capacity | 251 / 220 (114% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
63
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Coombe Road, Wirral
Wirral, CH61 4UR
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