Northwood Community Primary School (With Designated Special Provision)
83%
Capacity
473
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Northwood Community Primary School (With Designated Special Provision)
Northwood Community Primary School (With Designated Special Provision) is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 473 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 572 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Northwood Community Primary School (With Designated Special Provision) "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Murphy, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10901st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 47 in Knowsley.
Northwood Community Primary School (With Designated Special Provision) is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 58 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
Northwood Community Primary School (With Designated Special Provision) has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 60% recommending the school (15 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Northwood Community Primary School (With Designated Special Provision) include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 64.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, Northwood Community Primary School (With Designated Special Provision) 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 | Roughwood Drive, Kirkby, Knowsley, L33 8XD |
| Headteacher | Sarah Murphy |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 473 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 64.5% |
| School Capacity | 473 / 572 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10901st of 13,686
Nationally
1599th of 2,065
In North West
39th of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Northwood Community Primary School (With Designated Special Provision)
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Contact Information
Roughwood Drive, Kirkby
Knowsley, L33 8XD
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