Rudston Primary School
103%
Capacity
464
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Rudston Primary School
Rudston Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Liverpool community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 464 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 452 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rudston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher W Walters, 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 10295th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 73rd out of 102 in Liverpool.
Rudston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 179 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
Rudston Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 2 parents).
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 Rudston Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Book Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Liverpool, Rudston 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 | Rudston Road, Liverpool, Liverpool, L16 4PQ |
| Headteacher | W Walters |
| Local Authority | Liverpool |
| Number of Pupils | 464 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.6% |
| School Capacity | 464 / 452 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Feb 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10295th of 13,686
Nationally
1503rd of 2,065
In North West
73rd 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
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
179
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
70 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rudston Road, Liverpool
Liverpool, L16 4PQ
Journey to School
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