Riverside Primary School
85%
Capacity
260
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Riverside Primary School
Riverside 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 260 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 307 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Riverside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Christina Lahive, it falls under Wirral local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12046th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 64 in Wirral.
Riverside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 29 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 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 Riverside Primary School include Music Rooms, Forest School, Sensory Room, Library, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Dance, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 69.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wirral, Riverside 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 | Brighton Street, Wirral, Wirral, CH44 6QW |
| Headteacher | Christina Lahive |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Number of Pupils | 260 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 69.0% |
| School Capacity | 260 / 307 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12046th of 13,686
Nationally
1778th of 2,065
In North West
48th of 64
In Wirral
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
40
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (78% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Brighton Street, Wirral
Wirral, CH44 6QW
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