Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre
78%
Capacity
178
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre
Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 178 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sandie Lineton, it falls under Sefton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7307th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 59 in Sefton.
Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 27 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 3 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 Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Athletics, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre 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 | Meadow Lane, Southport, Sefton, PR8 3RS |
| Headteacher | Sandie Lineton |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 178 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.0% |
| School Capacity | 178 / 228 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7307th of 13,686
Nationally
1048th of 2,065
In North West
28th of 59
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Meadow Lane, Southport
Sefton, PR8 3RS
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