New Brighton Primary School
87%
Capacity
586
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About New Brighton Primary School
New Brighton 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 586 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 670 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated New Brighton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Mycroft-Armer, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11032nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 64 in Wirral.
New Brighton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 52 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
New Brighton Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 11 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at New Brighton Primary School include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Swimming, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, New Brighton 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 | Vaughan Road, Wallasey, Wirral, CH45 1LH |
| Headteacher | Daniel Mycroft-Armer |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 586 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.5% |
| School Capacity | 586 / 670 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11032nd of 13,686
Nationally
1624th of 2,065
In North West
40th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
49%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Vaughan Road, Wallasey
Wirral, CH45 1LH
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