Moreton Christ Church CofE Primary School
99%
Capacity
390
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Moreton Christ Church CofE Primary School
Moreton Christ Church CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 390 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 392 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Moreton Christ Church CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Donelan, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6187th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 64 in Wirral.
Moreton Christ Church CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 59 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Moreton Christ Church CofE Primary School include Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Moreton Christ Church CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Upton Road, Wirral, Wirral, CH46 0PB |
| Headteacher | Amanda Donelan |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 390 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.7% |
| School Capacity | 390 / 392 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6187th of 13,686
Nationally
890th of 2,065
In North West
14th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
65%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed59
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Upton Road, Wirral
Wirral, CH46 0PB
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