Norwood Primary School
99%
Capacity
625
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Norwood Primary School
Norwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sefton community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 625 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Norwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Aileen McCarthy, it falls under Sefton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11809th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 59 in Sefton.
Norwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 174 applications for 79 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 79 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Norwood Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Swimming, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sefton, Norwood 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Norwood Crescent, Southport, Sefton, PR9 7DU |
| Headteacher | Aileen McCarthy |
| Local Authority | Sefton |
| Number of Pupils | 625 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.8% |
| School Capacity | 625 / 630 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11809th of 13,686
Nationally
1741st of 2,065
In North West
50th of 59
In Sefton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
44%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed79
174
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
79 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Norwood Crescent, Southport
Sefton, PR9 7DU
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