Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery
85%
Capacity
627
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery
Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 627 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 739 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lesley Roach, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9094th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 59th out of 102 in Liverpool.
Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 69 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Art Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Rice Lane Primary School and Nursery 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 | Brockenhurst Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L9 3BU |
| Headteacher | Lesley Roach |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 627 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.0% |
| School Capacity | 627 / 739 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jul 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9094th of 13,686
Nationally
1298th of 2,065
In North West
59th of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
36%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed69
109
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brockenhurst Road, Liverpool
Liverpool, L9 3BU
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