Mendell Primary School
67%
Capacity
140
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Mendell Primary School
Mendell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 140 pupils on roll, operating at 67% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mendell Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Catherine O'Neill Edwards, it falls under Wirral local authority.
Mendell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 16 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mendell Primary School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Chess, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Mendell 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 | Allport Lane, Wirral, Wirral, CH62 7HN |
| Headteacher | Catherine O'Neill Edwards |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 140 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.3% |
| School Capacity | 140 / 210 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2019Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2019. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 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
Allport Lane, Wirral
Wirral, CH62 7HN
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