Park Brow Community Primary School
110%
Capacity
461
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Park Brow Community Primary School
Park Brow Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Knowsley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 461 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Park Brow Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Swinburn, it falls under Knowsley local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12467th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 47 in Knowsley.
Park Brow Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 57 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Park Brow Community Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Coding, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Knowsley, Park Brow Community 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Broad Lane, Kirkby, Liverpool, Knowsley, L32 6QH |
| Headteacher | Claire Swinburn |
| Local Authority | Knowsley |
| Number of Pupils | 461 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.2% |
| School Capacity | 461 / 420 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jul 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jul 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Nov 2010. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12467th of 13,686
Nationally
1849th of 2,065
In North West
44th of 47
In Knowsley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
40%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Broad Lane, Kirkby, Liverpool
Knowsley, L32 6QH
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