Linaker Primary School
74%
Capacity
391
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Linaker Primary School
Linaker Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 391 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Linaker Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Mark Cunniffe, it falls under Sefton local authority.
Linaker Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 25 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
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 Linaker Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Athletics, Netball, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Film Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Linaker 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 | Sefton Street, Southport, Sefton, PR8 5DB |
| Headteacher | Mark Cunniffe |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 391 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.9% |
| School Capacity | 391 / 525 (74% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sefton Street, Southport
Sefton, PR8 5DB
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