Roscoe Primary School
75%
Capacity
214
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Roscoe Primary School
Roscoe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Roscoe Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher P Jones, it falls under Liverpool local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10146th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 71st out of 102 in Liverpool.
Roscoe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 39 applications for 28 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Roscoe Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Book Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Roscoe 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 | Alison Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L13 9AD |
| Headteacher | P Jones |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.3% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 286 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10146th of 13,686
Nationally
1470th of 2,065
In North West
71st of 102
In Liverpool
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
52%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
39
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Alison Road, Liverpool
Liverpool, L13 9AD
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