Norman Pannell Primary School
102%
Capacity
214
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Norman Pannell Primary School
Norman Pannell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Norman Pannell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Simpson, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 32% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13167th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 96th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Norman Pannell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 23 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple 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 Norman Pannell Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Swimming, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Book Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Norman Pannell 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 | Brownbill Bank, Liverpool, Liverpool, L27 7AE |
| Headteacher | Robert Simpson |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.3% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 210 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (32%)
13167th of 13,686
Nationally
1963rd of 2,065
In North West
96th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
32%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
29%
'23/24
32%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
27
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (74% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brownbill Bank, Liverpool
Liverpool, L27 7AE
Journey to School
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