Kirkby CofE Primary School
112%
Capacity
314
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Kirkby CofE Primary School
Kirkby CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 314 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 280 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kirkby CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lynn Evans, it falls under Knowsley 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 7499th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 47 in Knowsley.
Kirkby CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 122 applications for 40 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
Kirkby CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 11 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kirkby CofE Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Football, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, Kirkby CofE 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Hall Lane, Liverpool, Knowsley, L32 1TZ |
| Headteacher | Lynn Evans |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 314 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.5% |
| School Capacity | 314 / 280 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7499th of 13,686
Nationally
1064th of 2,065
In North West
21st of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
61%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
122
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hall Lane, Liverpool
Knowsley, L32 1TZ
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