Knowsley Lane Primary School
97%
Capacity
408
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Knowsley Lane Primary School
Knowsley Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 408 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Linda Lord, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8683rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 47 in Knowsley.
Knowsley Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 60 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Knowsley Lane Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Football, Rounders, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Book Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, Knowsley Lane 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Astley Road, Liverpool, Knowsley, L36 8DB |
| Headteacher | Linda Lord |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 408 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.8% |
| School Capacity | 408 / 420 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (10 Jul 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8683rd of 13,686
Nationally
1239th of 2,065
In North West
30th of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
57%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
113
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Astley Road, Liverpool
Knowsley, L36 8DB
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