Park Primary School
92%
Capacity
432
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Park Primary School
Park 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 432 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 470 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Mellin, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7339th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 64 in Wirral.
Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 49 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Park Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Gymnastics, Rounders, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 57.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Park 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 | Love Lane, Wallasey, Wirral, CH44 5RN |
| Headteacher | Michael Mellin |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 432 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 57.1% |
| School Capacity | 432 / 470 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7339th of 13,686
Nationally
1051st of 2,065
In North West
23rd of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
61%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Park Primary School
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Contact Information
Love Lane, Wallasey
Wirral, CH44 5RN
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