Melling Primary School
102%
Capacity
214
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Melling Primary School
Melling Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Melling Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vivienne Ainsworth, it falls under Sefton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2255th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 59 in Sefton.
Melling Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 29 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Melling Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 3 parents).
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 Melling Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Netball, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Melling 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wheeler Drive, Liverpool, Sefton, L31 1DA |
| Headteacher | Vivienne Ainsworth |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.5% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 210 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2255th of 13,686
Nationally
310th of 2,065
In North West
10th of 59
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
74%
'23/24
77%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed29
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Melling Primary School
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Contact Information
Wheeler Drive, Liverpool
Sefton, L31 1DA
Journey to School
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