Ladymount Catholic Primary School
66%
Capacity
209
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Ladymount Catholic Primary School
Ladymount Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ladymount Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Turner, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11576th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 46th out of 64 in Wirral.
Ladymount Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 19 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ladymount Catholic Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Rounders, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Ladymount Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Portal Road, Wirral, Wirral, CH61 5YD |
| Headteacher | Nicola Turner |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.6% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 315 (66% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11576th of 13,686
Nationally
1704th of 2,065
In North West
46th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
46%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Portal Road, Wirral
Wirral, CH61 5YD
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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