Poulton Lancelyn Primary School
121%
Capacity
509
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Poulton Lancelyn Primary School
Poulton Lancelyn Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Wirral community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 509 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (121% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Poulton Lancelyn Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andy Milne, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1451st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 64 in Wirral.
Poulton Lancelyn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 60 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Poulton Lancelyn Primary School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Football, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Poulton Lancelyn 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 | Venables Drive, Wirral, Wirral, CH63 9LY |
| Headteacher | Andy Milne |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 509 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.2% |
| School Capacity | 509 / 420 (121% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Sept 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1451st of 13,686
Nationally
177th of 2,065
In North West
3rd of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
80%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Venables Drive, Wirral
Wirral, CH63 9LY
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